2013 CAN-AM SPYDER RS
0 recalls, 10 complaints - 53 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
10 total complaints
3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 3 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
ENGINE
Jun 14, 2017
Incident date: Apr 10, 2017
TOTAL AND COMPLETE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION FAILURE. I WAS DOING 40 MPH UP A MOUNTAIN ROAD AND THE ENTIRE MACHINE SHUTDOWN. IT BUCKED ME SLIGHTLY FROM THE SEAT. NO POWER. NO TRANSMISSION. NO WARNING. COMPLETE SHUTDOWN OF MACHINE. IF I HAD BEEN DOING INTERSTATE SPEEDS OR ON A MUCH BUSIER HIGHWAY, I W... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 14, 2017
Incident date: Apr 10, 2017
TOTAL AND COMPLETE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION FAILURE. I WAS DOING 40 MPH UP A MOUNTAIN ROAD AND THE ENTIRE MACHINE SHUTDOWN. IT BUCKED ME SLIGHTLY FROM THE SEAT. NO POWER. NO TRANSMISSION. NO WARNING. COMPLETE SHUTDOWN OF MACHINE. IF I HAD BEEN DOING INTERSTATE SPEEDS OR ON A MUCH BUSIER HIGHWAY, I W... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 20, 2016
Incident date: Feb 26, 2016
I AM WRITING THIS LETTER IN REGARDS TO ISSUES OCCURRING WITH MY 2013 CAN AM SPYDER ST-S. I PURCHASED THE MOTORCYCLE BRAND NEW IN 2013 FROM HOUMA, LA PERFORMANCE POWER SPORTS. FOR THE LAST YEAR OR BETTER, I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT REMAINING ON ONCE THE CYCLE ENGINE IS OFF. SECONDLY,... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 20, 2016
Incident date: Feb 26, 2016
I AM WRITING THIS LETTER IN REGARDS TO ISSUES OCCURRING WITH MY 2013 CAN AM SPYDER ST-S. I PURCHASED THE MOTORCYCLE BRAND NEW IN 2013 FROM HOUMA, LA PERFORMANCE POWER SPORTS. FOR THE LAST YEAR OR BETTER, I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT REMAINING ON ONCE THE CYCLE ENGINE IS OFF. SECONDLY,... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 20, 2016
Incident date: Feb 26, 2016
I AM WRITING THIS LETTER IN REGARDS TO ISSUES OCCURRING WITH MY 2013 CAN AM SPYDER ST-S. I PURCHASED THE MOTORCYCLE BRAND NEW IN 2013 FROM HOUMA, LA PERFORMANCE POWER SPORTS. FOR THE LAST YEAR OR BETTER, I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT REMAINING ON ONCE THE CYCLE ENGINE IS OFF. SECONDLY,... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 30, 2014
Incident date: Jul 22, 2014
1. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE VEHICLE NEAR THE UPPER CALF AREAS OF THE RIDER IS EXCESVIE AND HAS CAUSED A SIGNIFICANT BURN TO MY LEFT CALF. WHEN STOPPED AT TRAFFIC THE HEAT EMITTED IS UNBEARABLE AND I HAVE TO MOVE MY FEET FROM THE FOOT PEGS TO AVOID BEING BURNED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE IS NOT DESIGNED TO DO ... Read more
1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 30, 2014
Incident date: Jul 22, 2014
1. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE VEHICLE NEAR THE UPPER CALF AREAS OF THE RIDER IS EXCESVIE AND HAS CAUSED A SIGNIFICANT BURN TO MY LEFT CALF. WHEN STOPPED AT TRAFFIC THE HEAT EMITTED IS UNBEARABLE AND I HAVE TO MOVE MY FEET FROM THE FOOT PEGS TO AVOID BEING BURNED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE IS NOT DESIGNED TO DO ... Read more
1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 30, 2014
Incident date: Jul 22, 2014
1. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE VEHICLE NEAR THE UPPER CALF AREAS OF THE RIDER IS EXCESVIE AND HAS CAUSED A SIGNIFICANT BURN TO MY LEFT CALF. WHEN STOPPED AT TRAFFIC THE HEAT EMITTED IS UNBEARABLE AND I HAVE TO MOVE MY FEET FROM THE FOOT PEGS TO AVOID BEING BURNED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE IS NOT DESIGNED TO DO ... Read more
1 injured
ENGINE
Aug 24, 2014
Incident date: Aug 24, 2014
WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS UP OVER 80 DEGREES THE HOT AIR COMING BACK ON YOUR FEET AND LEGS WILL GIVE YOU OR YOUR PASSENGER FIRST DEGREE BURNS EVEN WITH HEAVY LEVI'S ON. AFTER PARKING THE BIKE THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE. THIS OCCURS ON EVEN VERY SHORT RIDES. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 24, 2014
Incident date: Aug 24, 2014
WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS UP OVER 80 DEGREES THE HOT AIR COMING BACK ON YOUR FEET AND LEGS WILL GIVE YOU OR YOUR PASSENGER FIRST DEGREE BURNS EVEN WITH HEAVY LEVI'S ON. AFTER PARKING THE BIKE THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE. THIS OCCURS ON EVEN VERY SHORT RIDES. *TR
Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 CAN-AM SPYDER RS
53 manufacturer communications from 35 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 10 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 4 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 3 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 2 |
A2013-SE5
Oct 3, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Not shifting when engine gets warm.
A2013-SE5
Oct 3, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Not shifting when engine gets warm.
A2013-SE5
Oct 3, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
Not shifting when engine gets warm.
REV87480
Jan 5, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Air scoop retrofit kits.
40182
Dec 16, 2015
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Technical Service Tip (TST): A very limited quantity of vehicles may have been produced with incorrectly routed electrical wires and brake lines. Dealerships has received the specific instructions concerning the inspection, repair and warra
40182
Dec 16, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Service Tip (TST): A very limited quantity of vehicles may have been produced with incorrectly routed electrical wires and brake lines. Dealerships has received the specific instructions concerning the inspection, repair and warra
87480REV
Dec 10, 2015
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Technical Service Tip (TST) (revision): Customer may complain of excessive heat felt on the lateral panels in certain riding conditions. Steps to install panels. Make sure the unit has the 2013-9 Warranty Campaign ECM update perform prior t
87480
Sep 25, 2015
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE TIP (TST): CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF EXCESSIVE HEAT FELT ON THE LATERAL PANELS IN CERTAIN RIDING CONDITIONS. SOLUTION IS TO INSTALL THE AIR SCOOP PANEL KIT. MAKE SURE THE UNIT HAS THE 2013-9 WARRANTY CAMPAIGN ECM UPDATE PE
Bulletin 2015-7
Aug 27, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
New EVAP Purge Valve Line Execution. As an improvement to the evaporative emission system (EVAP), BRP just released a new EVAP purge valve line execution.
Bulletin 2015-7
Aug 27, 2015
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
New EVAP Purge Valve Line Execution. As an improvement to the evaporative emission system (EVAP), BRP just released a new EVAP purge valve line execution.
000085385
Mar 4, 2015
101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
BOMBARDIER ROADSTER: COMPLAINT REGARDING OIL LEAK CLUTCH COVER OIL PRESSURE SENSOR THREADS. *LJ
Article 68498
Nov 12, 2014
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Technical Service Tip (TST) related to clutch engagement which could chatter or shutter.
Posting SE5 Clut
Sep 13, 2014
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
This older dealer posting regarding SE5 clutch chatter at take off will now have a reference to the revised version of Article 68498.
ARTICLE 87480
Sep 12, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TECHNICAL SERVICE TIP (TST):INSTRUCTION TO BE FOLLOWED IF A CUSTOMER COMPLAINS OF EXCESSIVE HEAT FELT ON THE LATERAL PANELS IN CERTAIN RIDING CONDITIONS. THE SOLUTION IS TO MAKE SURE THE UNIT HAS THE 2013-9 WARRANTY CAMPAIGN ECM UPDATE PERF
ARTICLE 87480
Sep 12, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE TIP (TST):INSTRUCTION TO BE FOLLOWED IF A CUSTOMER COMPLAINS OF EXCESSIVE HEAT FELT ON THE LATERAL PANELS IN CERTAIN RIDING CONDITIONS. THE SOLUTION IS TO MAKE SURE THE UNIT HAS THE 2013-9 WARRANTY CAMPAIGN ECM UPDATE PERF
BRP-51492
Aug 18, 2014
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
BRP MC: WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS RESTING ON HUMP STOP, THE BRAKE LIGHT REMAINS ON, CAUSING DRAINAGE TO THE BATTERY. MODEL 2013 ROADSTER. *PE
D109338
Apr 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Trailer module may fail.
BULLETIN 2013-9
Apr 1, 2014
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
REVISON 1 OF WARRANTY BULLETIN 2013-9 ADRESSING 3 PROBLEMS: A) SEAL THE FRONT FUSE BOXES BECAUSE WATER MAY INFILTRATE EITHER OF THE FRONT FUSE BOXES; B) UPDATE ECM SOFTWARE BECAUSE CODE P1614 MAY BE TRIGGERED AND CAUSE A LIMP HOME MODE WHEN
BULLETIN 2013-9
Apr 1, 2014
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
REVISON 1 OF WARRANTY BULLETIN 2013-9 ADRESSING 3 PROBLEMS: A) SEAL THE FRONT FUSE BOXES BECAUSE WATER MAY INFILTRATE EITHER OF THE FRONT FUSE BOXES; B) UPDATE ECM SOFTWARE BECAUSE CODE P1614 MAY BE TRIGGERED AND CAUSE A LIMP HOME MODE WHEN
BULLETIN 2013-9
Apr 1, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
REVISON 1 OF WARRANTY BULLETIN 2013-9 ADRESSING 3 PROBLEMS: A) SEAL THE FRONT FUSE BOXES BECAUSE WATER MAY INFILTRATE EITHER OF THE FRONT FUSE BOXES; B) UPDATE ECM SOFTWARE BECAUSE CODE P1614 MAY BE TRIGGERED AND CAUSE A LIMP HOME MODE WHEN
SE-5
Feb 21, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
BRP MC: WHEN ENGINE IS AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE AND HAS DIFFICULTY OR FAILS TO SHIFT AT ALL, THE OIL PRESSURE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY NEEDS CHECKING OR THE STEEL SLEEVE IS NOT PRESSED IN. MODEL 2013 SE5. *PE
Posting 12-23
Dec 23, 2013
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Posting informing the community that a solution has been found for issue regarding the cluster fuel level indicator. B.U.D.S. Has an update for this model and a bulletin will be released in a near future.
Article 10-25
Oct 25, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Technical Service Tip (TST) addressing that on some SE5 engines a high pitched or whining noise may be heard under specific RPM only. After investigation the cause of this noise is from a thrust washer vibrating and spinning in the HCM. Ins
Article Radio 10
Oct 22, 2013
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
If a customer wants to change the radio pre-set channel number and is unable to do so, here is the reason this is happening.
Posting 09-03
Sep 3, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Posting informing the community that BRP has been investigating multiple issues with 2013 units and it has come up with a number of solutions. Technical service tips (TST) has been made to assist with diagnostics. TST also goes over numerou
Posting 09-03
Sep 3, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Posting informing the community that BRP has been investigating multiple issues with 2013 units and it has come up with a number of solutions. Technical service tips (TST) has been made to assist with diagnostics. TST also goes over numerou
Bulletin 2013-9
Aug 30, 2013
034100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Service bulletin informing dealers that a new procedure has been developed to improve the replacement of the tandem master cylinder (TMC) without the necessity of bleeding the whole brake system.
2013-6R1
Jul 15, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revision #1 of warranty bulletin 2013-6 addressing the issue that some vehicles have been produced with weak stabilizer bar link rods. Remove and inspect each link rod to find their production number. Replace if production number shows a "
2013-6R1
Jul 15, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
Revision #1 of warranty bulletin 2013-6 addressing the issue that some vehicles have been produced with weak stabilizer bar link rods. Remove and inspect each link rod to find their production number. Replace if production number shows a "
2013-5
Jul 3, 2013
021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
Warranty bulletin addressing a possible front shocks dampening issue. Some vehicles may have been produced with shock absorbers without enough dampening. The proposed solution is to replace both front shocks if problem is encountered.
2013-5
Jul 3, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
Warranty bulletin addressing a possible front shocks dampening issue. Some vehicles may have been produced with shock absorbers without enough dampening. The proposed solution is to replace both front shocks if problem is encountered.
Posting PO2017(2
Jun 27, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Posting discussing the Technical Service Tip (TST) about a diagnostic trouble code - Engine coolant over temperature condition.
Posting PO2017
Jun 27, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Posting discussing a possible solution for the Engine coolant over temperature condition, that will be added to the TST.
Article DTC P021
Jun 26, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Service Tip (TST) addressing a diagnostic trouble code - Engine coolant over temperature condition.
D2013-4
May 29, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RT-622 Trailers may experience electrical issues due to trailer light module failure.
Posting 05-21
May 21, 2013
105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Posting about some units stalling at idle when coming to a stop with the drive train disengaged. The occurrence will be reduced with time and eliminated after the performance of the 1st maintenance or as the engine brake-in is completed.
Posting 05-21
May 21, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Posting about some units stalling at idle when coming to a stop with the drive train disengaged. The occurrence will be reduced with time and eliminated after the performance of the 1st maintenance or as the engine brake-in is completed.
Article 06-05
May 6, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
Technical Service Tip (TST) addressing that in order to properly investigate a Soft suspension complaint, provide the information listed to the BRP technical support team.
Bulletin 2013-2
Mar 4, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
Warranty bulletin addressing the problem that some units left the factory with the wheel alignment out of the specification. The solution is to verify the wheel alignment and, if necessary, adjust it according to the improved procedure.
Bulletin 2013-2
Mar 4, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Warranty bulletin addressing the problem that some units left the factory with the wheel alignment out of the specification. The solution is to verify the wheel alignment and, if necessary, adjust it according to the improved procedure.
Bulletin 2013-2
Mar 4, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty bulletin addressing the problem that some units left the factory with the wheel alignment out of the specification. The solution is to verify the wheel alignment and, if necessary, adjust it according to the improved procedure.
BULLETIN 2013-1
Feb 26, 2013
021540 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
WARRANTY BULLETIN ADDRESSING THE PROBLEM THAT SOME VEHICLES HAVE BEEN PRODUCED USING FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM BALL JOINTS WITH TOO HIGH FRICTION THAT MAY AFFECT THE DYNAMIC DRIVING PERFORMANCE AND THE CUSTOMER SATISFACTION. THE PROPOSED S
POSTING 02-19 (2
Feb 19, 2013
200000 WHEELS
POSTING ADDRESSING THE PROBLEM THAT SOME 2013 UNITS MAY HAVE BEEN DELIVERED WITH AN "OUT OF SPECIFICATION" ALIGNMENT. IF THE DEALER FINDS THAT THE UNIT IS AFFECTED, THEY NEED TO FOLLOW THE LINK TO TST AND FOLLOW THE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS
POSTING 02-14
Feb 14, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
POSTING AND UPDATES REGARDING THE ISSUE OF HANDLING BEHAVIORS ON SOME 2013 MODELS.
Posting 02-27
Feb 2, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Posting and updates regarding the issue of handling behaviors on some 2013 models. Specific instructions is given by BRP to dealers.
Posting 02-27
Feb 2, 2013
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Posting and updates regarding the issue of handling behaviors on some 2013 models. Specific instructions is given by BRP to dealers.
POSTING 02-27
Feb 2, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
POSTING AND UPDATES REGARDING THE ISSUE OF HANDLING BEHAVIORS ON SOME 2013 MODELS. SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS IS GIVEN BY BRP TO DEALERS.
POSTING 02-27
Feb 2, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
POSTING AND UPDATES REGARDING THE ISSUE OF HANDLING BEHAVIORS ON SOME 2013 MODELS. SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS IS GIVEN BY BRP TO DEALERS.
Article 12-12
Dec 12, 2012
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Service Tip (TST) informing dealers that that a very limited quantity of the vehicles identified in the letter may have been produced with incorrectly routed electrical wires and brake lines. A very limited quantity of vehicles ma
Letter 12-03
Dec 3, 2012
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Letter to dealers informing them that a very limited quantity of the vehicles identified in the letter may have been produced with incorrectly routed electrical wires and brake lines. Instruction are provided.
Dlr40182
Dec 3, 2012
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Special repair needed at PDI.
P01-24-14
Jun 19, 2011
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty campaign explanation.
P01-24-14
Jun 19, 2011
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Warranty campaign explanation.
CAN-AM SPYDER RS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CAN-AM SPYDER RS across all model years (2009, 2012).
6
Total Recalls
101
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
5
Reported Crashes
13
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths