2020 Yamaha YZF-R3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZF-R3 years
- Not enough data 4th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2020 Yamaha YZF-R3 so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 0owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
2020 Yamaha YZF-R3 recalls (2)
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Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019-2021 YZF-R3 motorcycles, 2019-2020 XMAX (CDZ300) scooters, and 2020 MT03 motorcycles. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) printed on the Federal Certification label may not match the VIN stamped on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: The owner, referencing an incorrect VIN label, may not recognize their vehicle is involved in a safety recall, and may not have the recall remedy performed, which could increase the risk of injury, fire or a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a correct certification label, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990144.
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.
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.
Other Yamaha YZF-R3 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 YZF-R3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 YZF-R3 | 0 | 5 |
| 2018 YZF-R3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 YZF-R3 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 YZF-R3 | 1 | 5 |
| 2015 YZF-R3 | 3 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Yamaha YZF-R3?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Yamaha YZF-R3?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2020 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 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.