2020 Yamaha YZF-R3
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Yamaha YZF-R3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.
2020 Yamaha YZF-R3 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2020 Yamaha YZF-R3 recalls 2
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."
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.
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.
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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
Canadian recalls 2
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2020 Yamaha YZF-R3. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Label
Issue: On certain motorcycles, the 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) on the compliance label does not match the VIN that is stamped into the frame of the motorcycle. Safety Risk: Canadian regulations require each vehicle to have a unique vehicle identification number (VIN) that can be found in multiple places on the motorcycle. Corrective Actions: Yamaha will notify…
Transport Canada #2020638 · Dec 2020Visual System
Issue: On certain motorcycles, the rear reflectors could have a defect that could reduce the amount of light that is reflected. This could make the motorcycle less visible to others. Safety Risk: A reflector that is difficult to see may make the motorcycle less visible to others. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Yamaha will notify owners by mail and…
Transport Canada #2020445 · Sep 2020Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Yamaha YZF-R3
The Yamaha YZF-R3, commonly R3, is a 321 cc (19.6 cu in) parallel-twin sport bike made by Yamaha since 2015. The R3 and the R25 are the first Yamaha twins with an offset cylinder design.
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