2015 Yamaha YZF-R3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZF-R3 years
- Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 6 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3. That is the most of any YZF-R3 model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 67%). There are 6 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 6safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 67% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 67% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Yamaha YZF-R3 recalls (6)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2020 YZF-R3, 2020 MT03 and 2018-2020 XMAX scooters. Condensation or other contaminates may adhere to the rear reflector lens reducing its effectiveness.
Risk: A less reflective rear reflector increases the risk of crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-888-266-3085. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990139.
Power train:manual transmission
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The shift shaft torsion spring may fracture, giving the shifter a loose feel and affecting the ability to shift gears.
Risk: Difficulty shifting gears can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shift shaft torsion spring, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990126.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The upper radiator hose may crack resulting in a coolant leak.
Risk: If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a new upper radiator hose, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990125.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, engine vibration can cause the fuel tank mounting bracket to contact the fuel tank, which overtime, may result in the tank leaking fuel.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket. The fuel tank will be inspected and replaced if necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 9, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles. Water can enter and corrode the ignition switch resulting in an unexpected engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch subassembly, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.
Steering: steering wheel/handle barDo not drive
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015 YZFR3 motorcycles manufactured January 1, 2015, to August 31, 2015. The affected motorcycles may have an incorrectly manufactured upper triple clamp (handle crown) that may crack while riding.
Risk: If the upper triple clamp fractures, a loss of steering control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify customers, and dealers will replace the upper triple clamp with a new one, free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2015. Owners may contact Yamaha's customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's recall number is 990099.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I was riding my motorcycle home from work, when the oil pressure light came on on the dash board and then i began to loose power, then my back tire skidded which made me loose control for a few seconds almost causing me to crash, their was cars behind me which had to maneuver to avoid hitting me…
Motorcycle fuel tank is leaking due to vibration from fuel tank mounting bracket. Fuel lines are also loose and potentially need to be changed out do to age/improper mounting. Just bought this bike from previous seller on 08/12/2025, rode fine on the way home until the day after 08/13/2025 only to…
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 yamaha yzf-r3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v459000 (engine and engine cooling) and 16v406000 (steering, suspension). However, the vehicle was not repaired due to recall parts being unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer…
Other Yamaha YZF-R3 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 YZF-R3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 YZF-R3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 YZF-R3 | 0 | 5 |
| 2018 YZF-R3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 YZF-R3 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 YZF-R3 | 1 | 5 |
| 2015 | 3 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, steering problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3?
Yes, 6 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YZF-R3 model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.