repaired · 2020 Q1
Power train: manual transmission
Risk. Difficulty shifting gears can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
2015 Yamaha YZF-R3Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3, most often about the engine. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-860 the manufacturer reports only 20% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 9, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Engine
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Steering
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2015 Yamaha YZF-R3 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Risk. If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. If the clutch cannot be disengaged, the rider may not be easily able to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. If the engine seizes from a lack of oil supply, the rear wheel may lock up suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Yamaha.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other YZF-R3 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the YZF-R3 median. How we score
'15'16'17'18'19'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What YZF-R3 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
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…
Own a 2015 YZF-R3?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.