2017 Yamaha YZFR3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZFR3 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2017 Yamaha YZFR3. That ranks 2nd out of 7 YZFR3 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 200 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 Yamaha YZFR3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 200 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 100% | 200 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2017 Yamaha YZFR3 recalls (3)
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.
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.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2017 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The affected motorcycles, intended for the US market, may have been manufactured with a Canadian Motor Vehicle Certification Label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: If the stamped vehicle identification number (VIN) does not match the VIN on the Vehicle Certification Label, owners may be unable to tell if their vehicle is under an important safety recall.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Vehicle Certification Label, free of charge. The recall began July 21, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990115.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 yamaha yzfr3. While driving various speeds, the motorcycle suddenly shut completely off and could not restarted immediately. The contact indicated that the failure occurred on five separate occasions. The motorcycle was towed to mountain motorsports roswell (10885…
Other Yamaha YZFR3 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 YZFR3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 YZFR3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 YZFR3 | 0 | 5 |
| 2018 YZFR3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 YZFR3 | 1 | 5 |
| 2015 YZFR3 | 3 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Yamaha YZFR3?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Yamaha YZFR3?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 Yamaha YZFR3 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YZFR3 model years, the 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.