2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
1 recalls, 60 complaints - 46 TSBs
12V582000 Dec 12, 2012
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect Description
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder GS, RS, and RT series vehicles. The fuel cap may not fit onto the fuel tank filler neck, preventing it from sealing properly.
Consequence
If the fuel cap does not seal properly, it may leak fuel vapors. Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and personal injury.
Remedy
BRP will notify owners and send them a replacement fuel cap, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2013. Owners may contact BRP AT 1-888-638-5397.
Complaint Statistics
60 total complaints
1 crashes 4 fires 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 22 |
| ENGINE | 8 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 4 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 4 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 3 |
| STRUCTURE | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
POWER TRAIN
Jun 15, 2023
Incident date: Feb 28, 2023
I came to a major intersection and the SUV shut completely down. Would not start up. Steering wheel was stuck. Then voltage dropped to 11.7 volts. The battery always reads 13.7 and higher usually. Afttercharge back to 13.7. I was driving for 45 minutes continuously before incident happened.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 14, 2021
Incident date: Feb 10, 2021
SMELL FUEL VAPORS.
ENGINE
May 25, 2020
Incident date: Jul 14, 2017
I HAVE A 2012 CAN AM SPYDER RT LIMITED WITH EXTREME HEAT ON MY RIGHT FOOT AND AROUND THE SEAT. ALSO HAVE OVERWHELMING GASOLINE FUMES AFTER PARKING THE BIKE. MAKING IT UNUSABLE AND NO FUN AND DANGEROUS TO RIDE. PURCHASED JULY 14 2017. 7,200 MILES. HAD CONTACT SEVERAL TIMES WITH LOCAL DEALER ABSOLUT... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 25, 2020
Incident date: Jul 14, 2017
I HAVE A 2012 CAN AM SPYDER RT LIMITED WITH EXTREME HEAT ON MY RIGHT FOOT AND AROUND THE SEAT. ALSO HAVE OVERWHELMING GASOLINE FUMES AFTER PARKING THE BIKE. MAKING IT UNUSABLE AND NO FUN AND DANGEROUS TO RIDE. PURCHASED JULY 14 2017. 7,200 MILES. HAD CONTACT SEVERAL TIMES WITH LOCAL DEALER ABSOLUT... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Feb 22, 2020
Incident date: Feb 17, 2020
DYNAMIC POWER STEERING FAILURE AT 5,900 MILES. NO POWER STEERING AT SLOW SPEEDS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 22, 2020
Incident date: Feb 17, 2020
DYNAMIC POWER STEERING FAILURE AT 5,900 MILES. NO POWER STEERING AT SLOW SPEEDS.
STEERING
Feb 22, 2020
Incident date: Feb 17, 2020
DYNAMIC POWER STEERING FAILURE AT 5,900 MILES. NO POWER STEERING AT SLOW SPEEDS.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 15, 2019
Incident date: Jul 11, 2019
ON 7/11/2019 MY 2012 CANAM RT SE5 STARTED THROWING OUT VSS FAULT CODE, I TOOK IT HOME AND CONTACTED MY LOCAL CANAM SERVICE COMPANY. THEY ASKED ME TO BRING IT IN WHICH I DID THE NEXT DAY. ENROUTE TO THE SHOP IT BEGAN SHOWING ABS LIMP HOME MODE BUT WAS NOT IN LIMP HOME MODE. ONCE CONNECTED TO THE SHOP... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 15, 2019
Incident date: Jul 11, 2019
ON 7/11/2019 MY 2012 CANAM RT SE5 STARTED THROWING OUT VSS FAULT CODE, I TOOK IT HOME AND CONTACTED MY LOCAL CANAM SERVICE COMPANY. THEY ASKED ME TO BRING IT IN WHICH I DID THE NEXT DAY. ENROUTE TO THE SHOP IT BEGAN SHOWING ABS LIMP HOME MODE BUT WAS NOT IN LIMP HOME MODE. ONCE CONNECTED TO THE SHOP... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 15, 2019
Incident date: Jul 11, 2019
ON 7/11/2019 MY 2012 CANAM RT SE5 STARTED THROWING OUT VSS FAULT CODE, I TOOK IT HOME AND CONTACTED MY LOCAL CANAM SERVICE COMPANY. THEY ASKED ME TO BRING IT IN WHICH I DID THE NEXT DAY. ENROUTE TO THE SHOP IT BEGAN SHOWING ABS LIMP HOME MODE BUT WAS NOT IN LIMP HOME MODE. ONCE CONNECTED TO THE SHOP... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 14, 2019
Incident date: Jun 30, 2019
MY WIFE AND I WERE RIDING TO HAWKS NEST STATE PARK IN WEST VIRGINIA, MY CAN-AM SPIDER CAUGHT ON FIRE AROUND THE FUEL CAP AREA WE WERE COMING TO A STOP GOING ABOUT 10 MILES AN HOUR TO 0. I FELT HEAT ON MY LEFT LEG LOOKED DOWN AND SAW FLAMES AND TOLD MY WIFE TO GET OFF THE BIKE AND WE GOT OFF AND THE ... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 14, 2019
Incident date: Jun 30, 2019
MY WIFE AND I WERE RIDING TO HAWKS NEST STATE PARK IN WEST VIRGINIA, MY CAN-AM SPIDER CAUGHT ON FIRE AROUND THE FUEL CAP AREA WE WERE COMING TO A STOP GOING ABOUT 10 MILES AN HOUR TO 0. I FELT HEAT ON MY LEFT LEG LOOKED DOWN AND SAW FLAMES AND TOLD MY WIFE TO GET OFF THE BIKE AND WE GOT OFF AND THE ... Read more
Fire
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 14, 2019
Incident date: Jun 30, 2019
MY WIFE AND I WERE RIDING TO HAWKS NEST STATE PARK IN WEST VIRGINIA, MY CAN-AM SPIDER CAUGHT ON FIRE AROUND THE FUEL CAP AREA WE WERE COMING TO A STOP GOING ABOUT 10 MILES AN HOUR TO 0. I FELT HEAT ON MY LEFT LEG LOOKED DOWN AND SAW FLAMES AND TOLD MY WIFE TO GET OFF THE BIKE AND WE GOT OFF AND THE ... Read more
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 10, 2019
Incident date: Mar 15, 2015
WHILE STOPPING AFTER 25 MILES. THE REAR BRAKES EMITTED A BURNING ODOR AND FAILED. THE REAR CALIPER AND ROTOR HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE AND REAR BRAKE PADS REPLACED 4 TIMES SINCE NEW WITH ONLY 6500 TOTAL MILES ON VEHICLE. ROTORS BECOME WARPED AND DISCOLORED FROM EXCESSIVE HEAT OCCASIONALLY GLOWING ORA... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 10, 2018
Incident date: Dec 9, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT AN INTERSECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE IN FRONT OF THE MOTORCYCLE NEAR THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT GOT OFF THE MOTORCYCLE AND IT CAUGHT ON FIRE SECONDS LATER. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE F... Read more
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 1, 2018
Incident date: Oct 27, 2018
JUST PURCHASED MY SPYDER RT ......NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL AFTER A DRIVE ABOUT 30 MINUTES. I OPENED MY FUEL CAP AND NOTICED THAT THE FUEL WAS WAY HOTTER THAN IT SHOULD BE. ALSO REAR BRAKES ARE VERY NOISY, AND FOUND OUT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM.
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 1, 2018
Incident date: Oct 27, 2018
JUST PURCHASED MY SPYDER RT ......NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL AFTER A DRIVE ABOUT 30 MINUTES. I OPENED MY FUEL CAP AND NOTICED THAT THE FUEL WAS WAY HOTTER THAN IT SHOULD BE. ALSO REAR BRAKES ARE VERY NOISY, AND FOUND OUT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 28, 2018
Incident date: Aug 27, 2018
WHILE RIDING MY SPYDER THE HEAT FROM THE ENGINE GETS SO INTENSE THAT IT CAUSES THE GAS TO BOIL AND THE ENGINE LETS OFF GAS VAPOR. THIS VAPOR IS RELEASED UNTIL THE BIKE COOLS. I HAVE WORRIES THAT THIS WILL IGNITE SO I MUST LEAVE THE SPYDER OUTSIDE OF MY GARAGE UNTIL THE SMELL DISSIPATES. .
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 21, 2018
Incident date: Jun 6, 2018
WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE WITH FACTORY TRAILER ATTACHED THE LIGHT CONNECTION FROM TRAILER TO VEHICLE FAILED. THE LOCK ON VEHICLE BROKE ALLOWING THE TRAILER CORD TO BECOME DISCONNECTED. THIS MEANS THERE ARE NO LIGHTS, TURN SIGNAL OR BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE TRAILER. THIS IS IMPOSSIBLE FOR THE DRIVER TO DETE... Read more
ENGINE
May 1, 2018
Incident date: Dec 5, 2012
PROBLEM SINCE NEW. AMAZING ABOUT OF HEAT GENERATED UNDER THE SEAT AND IN THE LEG AREA ON BOTH SIDES (ESPECIALLY THE RIGHT) FROM POOR ENGINE COMPARTMENT VENTING AND EXHAUST SYSTEM ISOLATION. VERY, VERY UNCOMFORTABLE AT TIMES ON THE LEGS AND SEAT.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 1, 2018
Incident date: Dec 5, 2012
PROBLEM SINCE NEW. WHEN PARKING IN MY GARAGE OR ANY LOCATION, HUGE AMOUNT OF FUEL ODER / VAPOR IN THE GARAGE. NEED TO ALWAYS VENT THE GARAGE FOR HOURS!!
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 16, 2017
Incident date: Sep 8, 2017
FUEL SMELL, LEAKS, EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION, AND POOR PERFORMANCE INCLUDING VEHICAL STALLLING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. THE FUEL ISSUE OCCURS WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. THE FUEL ODOR IS INTOLERABLE AND CAUSES SEVERE HEADACHES AND NAUSEA WHILE DRIVING. OTHER PEOPLE NOTICE THAT I SMELL LIKE FUEL L AFTER RI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 16, 2017
Incident date: Sep 8, 2017
FUEL SMELL, LEAKS, EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION, AND POOR PERFORMANCE INCLUDING VEHICAL STALLLING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. THE FUEL ISSUE OCCURS WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. THE FUEL ODOR IS INTOLERABLE AND CAUSES SEVERE HEADACHES AND NAUSEA WHILE DRIVING. OTHER PEOPLE NOTICE THAT I SMELL LIKE FUEL L AFTER RI... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 14, 2016
Incident date: Sep 10, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT MOTORCYCLE. WHILE AT A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 6,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 17, 2016
Incident date: Sep 20, 2015
WHEN I STOP TO GET GAS ON A HOT DAY THE GAS IN THE GAS TANK IS BOILING I THINK THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION I HAVE NOTICED THIS BEFORE ON MY BIKE. THE BIKE HAD ONLY 1/4 TANK FULL AND HAD RODE FOR AT LEAST 50 MILES
STEERING
Aug 5, 2015
Incident date: Aug 2, 2015
MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING OUR SPYDER ON HWY. #2 FROM SEDRO WOOLLY TO WINTHROP, WA. WE WERE TRAVELLING WITH TWO OTHER VEHICLES WHICH WERE AHEAD OF US. THE ROAD IS VERY CURVY THROUGH THE MOUNTAINS AND WE KEPT TO THE SPEED LIMITS POSTED. THE WEATHER WAS SUNNY AND THE ROADS DRY. WE WERE TRAVELLING EAS... Read more
Crash
1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 9, 2015
Incident date: Jul 23, 2012
I PURCHASED THIS SPYDER ON 6/25/2012 AND I HAVE EXPERIENCED A PROBLEM ALL THE TIME I HAVE OWNED THIS MOTORCYCLE. IF I PARK IT IN THE GARAGE THE FUMES ARE HORRIBLE AND I HAVE TO VENTILATE THE GARAGE FOR A WHILE. I HAVE DISCUSSED IT WITH THE DEALERSHIP SINCE MY FIRST SERVICE WHICH WAS 7/23/2012 AND ... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 20, 2015
Incident date: Jun 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ON HOT DAYS, THE ENGINE OVERHEATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 20, 2014
Incident date: Aug 4, 2012
I BOUGHT A NEW 2012 SPYDER RT IN JULY 2012. AFTER MY FIRST LONG RIDE ON MY SPYDER, I PARKED IT IN MY GARAGE. WITHIN A FEW MINUTES, MY ENTIRE GARAGE WAS FILLED WITH GASOLINE FUMES, AND I COULD SMELL GASOLINE INSIDE MY HOUSE, AS WELL. THE FUEL ODOR PROBLEM HAS PERSISTED, DESPITE NUMEROUS TRIPS TO T... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 30, 2014
Incident date: Dec 3, 2012
AFTER A RIDE, VEHICLE EMITS STRONG GASOLINE ODOR WHICH FILLS GARAGE AREA AND, AT TIMES, PERMEATES INTO THE LIVING AREA. NEED TO ALLOW TO COOL DOWN IN DRIVEWAY BEFORE BRINGING INTO THE GARAGE TO LESSEN THE FUEL ODOR. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 30, 2014
Incident date: Dec 3, 2012
AFTER A RIDE, VEHICLE EMITS STRONG GASOLINE ODOR WHICH FILLS GARAGE AREA AND, AT TIMES, PERMEATES INTO THE LIVING AREA. NEED TO ALLOW TO COOL DOWN IN DRIVEWAY BEFORE BRINGING INTO THE GARAGE TO LESSEN THE FUEL ODOR. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 29, 2014
Incident date: Aug 10, 2012
STRONG STENCHING GAS SMELL- FUMES. A LOT OF HEAT ASSOCIATIONS. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 29, 2014
Incident date: Oct 1, 2014
VEHICLE HAS EXHIBITED EXCESSIVE GAS FUMES AND LIQUID CONDENSATION FROM FUEL TANK VENT SINCE NEW. THIS CREATES A FLAMMABILITY HAZARD. PROXIMITY OF EXHAUST PIPES TO FUEL TANK CAUSES BOILING INSIDE THE TANK THAT CAN BE SMELLED, SEEN, AND HEARD. PROXIMITY OF CATALYTIC CONVERTER TO UNDERSIDE OF TANK CONT... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 28, 2014
Incident date: Oct 28, 2014
I HAVE A SPYDER RT 2012 WITH GAS FUMES WHEN PARKED AND HEAT COMING FROM UNDER MY SEAT, MY BIKE HAS 35000 MILES, I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM FROM THE FIRST DAY. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 28, 2014
Incident date: Oct 28, 2014
I HAVE A SPYDER RT 2012 WITH GAS FUMES WHEN PARKED AND HEAT COMING FROM UNDER MY SEAT, MY BIKE HAS 35000 MILES, I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM FROM THE FIRST DAY. *TR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 28, 2014
Incident date: Jun 14, 2014
A VERY STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE UPON SHUT DOWN AFTER EXTENDED RIDES OF MORE THAN 10-15 MILES AT VARYING SPEEDS. APPEARS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN WHEN MULTIPLE STOPS (ENGINE SHUT DOWN OF SHORT DURATION) OCCUR DURING THE SAME RIDE. RIDING MORE THAN 10 - 15 MILES RESULTS IN VERY HIGH HEAT EMANATING FROM U... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 28, 2014
Incident date: Jun 14, 2014
A VERY STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE UPON SHUT DOWN AFTER EXTENDED RIDES OF MORE THAN 10-15 MILES AT VARYING SPEEDS. APPEARS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN WHEN MULTIPLE STOPS (ENGINE SHUT DOWN OF SHORT DURATION) OCCUR DURING THE SAME RIDE. RIDING MORE THAN 10 - 15 MILES RESULTS IN VERY HIGH HEAT EMANATING FROM U... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 28, 2014
Incident date: Jun 14, 2014
A VERY STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE UPON SHUT DOWN AFTER EXTENDED RIDES OF MORE THAN 10-15 MILES AT VARYING SPEEDS. APPEARS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN WHEN MULTIPLE STOPS (ENGINE SHUT DOWN OF SHORT DURATION) OCCUR DURING THE SAME RIDE. RIDING MORE THAN 10 - 15 MILES RESULTS IN VERY HIGH HEAT EMANATING FROM U... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 26, 2014
Incident date: Aug 15, 2014
AFTER RIDING OUR SPYDER, A VERY STRONG SMELL OF FUEL IS PRESENT. THE SMELL IS SO BAD THAT I AM AFRAID TO CLOSE THE GARAGE DOOR FOR MORE THAN AN HOUR AFTER PARKING. I HAVE TO USE A FAN TO VENT THE GARAGE. I AM AFRAID OF FIRE IF I WERE TO PARK AND CLOSE THE SPYDER INSIDE. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 26, 2014
Incident date: Sep 2, 2013
VERY STRONG GASOLINE ODOR. *TR
POWER TRAIN
Sep 13, 2014
Incident date: Aug 31, 2014
PURCHASED FROM DEALER USED ON JULY 19 2014 WITH 2 MONTHS WARRANTY LEFT. 6100 MILES ON IT. AFTER A RIDE ON AUGUST 31, FOUND A FLUID LEAK. CHECKED AND NO OIL AND LITTLE TRANSMISSION FLUID. TOOK TO DEALER. 10 DAYS LATER [XXX] AT DEALER CALLED. SAID THE CLUTCH COVER IS WARPED FROM IMPROPER FACTORY INSTA... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 3, 2014
Incident date: Aug 1, 2012
OVERWHELMING FUEL SMELL AFTER RIDING ON WARM/HOT DAYS. AFTER RIDING IN WARMER WEATHER THERE IS A STRONG FUEL SMELL. THE SMELL WAS SO OVERWHELMING ONE DAY IN THE GARAGE MY WIFE THOUGHT I HAD DUMPED OR SPILLED FUEL IN THE GARAGE AS THE SMELL WAS EVEN COMING INTO THE HOUSE. THIS OBVIOUSLY SCARED MY WI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 20, 2014
Incident date: Jun 29, 2012
THE BIKE HAS EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM UNDER THE SEAT AND ALSO HAS A GAS SMELL AFTER RIDING FOR EXTENDED PERIODS. *TR
STRUCTURE
Aug 20, 2014
Incident date: Jun 29, 2012
THE BIKE HAS EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM UNDER THE SEAT AND ALSO HAS A GAS SMELL AFTER RIDING FOR EXTENDED PERIODS. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 20, 2014
Incident date: Jun 29, 2012
THE BIKE HAS EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM UNDER THE SEAT AND ALSO HAS A GAS SMELL AFTER RIDING FOR EXTENDED PERIODS. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 16, 2014
Incident date: Nov 1, 2012
I HAD NOTICED THE SMELL OF GAS FUMES COMING FROM MY 2012 CAN AM SPYDER RT-S MOTORCYCLE AFTER A RIDE AND PARKING MY VEHICLE IN MY GARAGE. THIS WAS FROM THE TIME THAT I FIRST PURCHASED MY MOTORCYCLE. I RECEIVED A REPLACEMENT GAS CAP FROM BRP SHORTLY AFTERWARDS DUE TO A RECALL AND IMMEDIATELY REPLACED... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 14, 2014
Incident date: Aug 2, 2014
THIS IS A CONSTANT ISSUE. SMELL OF RAW FUEL WHEN VEHICLE HOT. VERY NOTICABLE EVEN OUTDOORS. STOPPED WITH A GROUP OF FRIENDS RIDING (THE REST ON 2 WHEELED MOTORCYCLES), AND SOMEONE ASKED US TO CHECK OUR BIKES FOR FUEL LEAKS BECAUSE THEY SMELLED 'RAW GAS'. IT WAS MY SPYDER. DOES THIS ON ANY WARM... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 9, 2014
Incident date: Jul 24, 2014
I BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT SE5 FROM THE DEALER ON 7/22/2014. THE UNIT HAD 2 MILES ON IT WHEN I TOOK POSSESSION (2 MILES THAT WERE FROM TESTING THE UNIT AFTER BEING PREPPED). ON 7/24 AFTER RIDING HOME FROM WORK IN 80-85 DEGREE WEATHER, I PULLED INTO MY GARAGE AND PARKED THE BIKE. ... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jul 26, 2014
Incident date: Jul 19, 2012
RIDING MOTORCYCLE RIGHT LEG GETS VERY VERY HOT ALMOST BURNING...NEED RECALL FOR THIS ITEM. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jul 26, 2014
Incident date: Jul 19, 2012
RIDING MOTORCYCLE RIGHT LEG GETS VERY VERY HOT ALMOST BURNING...NEED RECALL FOR THIS ITEM. *TR
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
46 manufacturer communications from 30 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 7 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 4 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 4 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 2 |
| 090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | 2 |
| 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL | 2 |
TST 140875 Rev
Mar 18, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revision of TST 140875 P0730 Active Fault Fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear sprocket or a different wheel size. The cluster will stop displaying the gear indication and check engine light came on (limp home
TST 140875 Rev
Mar 18, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revision of TST 140875 P0730 Active Fault Fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear sprocket or a different wheel size. The cluster will stop displaying the gear indication and check engine light came on (limp home
TST 140654
Dec 6, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines.
TST 140654
Dec 6, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines.
TST 138572
Mar 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
The low fuel level light indicator stay always ON after cluster replacement on MY12 RT.
TST 138572
Mar 15, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The low fuel level light indicator stay always ON after cluster replacement on MY12 RT.
D-94530
Jul 14, 2015
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Electric parking brake not holding when applied.
112333
Jun 26, 2015
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
TECHNICAL SERVICE TIP (TST): CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF EXCESSIVE HEAT FELT IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT IN CERTAIN RIDING CONDITIONS. THE SOLUTION IS TO INSTALL THE AIR SCOOP KIT. NOTE THAT THIS WILL NOT REDUCE HEAT FELT ON THE RH FOOT BY THE R
112333
Jun 26, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TECHNICAL SERVICE TIP (TST): CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF EXCESSIVE HEAT FELT IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT IN CERTAIN RIDING CONDITIONS. THE SOLUTION IS TO INSTALL THE AIR SCOOP KIT. NOTE THAT THIS WILL NOT REDUCE HEAT FELT ON THE RH FOOT BY THE R
CR-000117416
Jun 17, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BRP: POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES AT LOW SPEED, ENGINE COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE WILL RISE AND INCREASE BURN SKIN OR VEHICLE FIRE DURING AMBIENT HOT CONDITIONS. MODEL 2013 ROADSTER. *PE
D109338
Apr 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Trailer module may fail.
SB-2012-14
Jan 23, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
ROADSTER: FOR SOME MOTORCYCLES, INFORMATIONAL PROCEDURE IS PROVIDED REGARDING THE ECM SOFTWARE UPDATE, WHICH IS OPTIONAL AND NOT UNDER WARRANTY. *PE
B2012-14
Jan 23, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ECM Software update. (optional).
B2012-14
Jan 23, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ECM Software update. (optional).
SB-2012-8
Jan 23, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BRP: SOME MOTORCYCLES EXPERIENCE DAMAGE TO THROTTLE BODY ACTUATOR, LEADING TO LIMP HOME MODE OR FAULT CODES WHEN STARTING ENGINE; THE TCM AND ECM SOFTWARE NEEDS UPDATING DUE TO SENSITIVE CALIBRATION WARNING DISPLAY IN CLUSTER; MIDDLE SIDE
SB-2012-8
Jan 23, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BRP: SOME MOTORCYCLES EXPERIENCE DAMAGE TO THROTTLE BODY ACTUATOR, LEADING TO LIMP HOME MODE OR FAULT CODES WHEN STARTING ENGINE; THE TCM AND ECM SOFTWARE NEEDS UPDATING DUE TO SENSITIVE CALIBRATION WARNING DISPLAY IN CLUSTER; MIDDLE SIDE
Bulletin 2012-6
Dec 20, 2013
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Update of a posting regarding bulletin 2012-6 about possible water infiltration in radio module
POSTING 12-20
Dec 20, 2013
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
POSTING DISCUSSING THE TWO RECALLS POSTED ON TRANSPORT CANADA AND NHTSA CONCERNING THE FUEL VAPOR CANISTER VENT HOSE TO BE REPLACE OR RE-ROUTE AND FUEL CAP REPLACEMENT BECAUSE THE FUEL CAP MAY NOT FIT ONTO THE FUEL TANK FILTER NECK.
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 10-25(2)
Oct 25, 2013
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Technical Service Tip (TST) informing dealers that BRP has noticed an increase in claims for the RT hood actuator switch. Switch inspection reveals the contact points inside the switch are exposed to high amperage. This causes an intermitte
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.
Article Radio di
Oct 22, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Technical Service Tip (TST) informing dealers that It has been brought to BRP's attention that in some cases the radio station display option in the cluster will revert to "no display" after a few days. BRP is looking into the situation. Th
Posting 10-15
Oct 15, 2013
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Technical service Tip (TST) informing the community that it has come to BRP's attention that water pump mechanical seal failures have risen in recent weeks. In the event that dealers have a Spyder leak from the weep hole (oil or coolant), B
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.
Posting 08-2
Aug 26, 2013
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Posting informing the community that after investigation, the conclusion is that some 2012 units were produced with water pumps mechanical seals installed slightly crocked in the clutch cover. This cause the seal to develop a leak on the si
D2013-4
May 29, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RT-622 Trailers may experience electrical issues due to trailer light module failure.
RC-2010-0015
Jan 17, 2013
071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
BRP: ON THE CAN-AM ROADSTER, THE FUEL CAP FAILS TO SEAL PROPERLY, ON FUEL TANK FILLER NECK, CAUSING FUEL VAPORS AND IN PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MIGHT RESULT IN A FIRE AND NEEDS REPLACING. MODELS 2008-2012 CAN-AM SPYDER GS, RS, AND
ARTICLE 01-17
Jan 17, 2013
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
TECHNICAL SERVICE TIP (TST) ADDRESSING THE DETAILS OF THE RECALL FUEL CAP REPLACEMENT, WHERE THE FUEL CAP MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY ONTO THE FUEL TANK FILTER NECK. FUEL VAPORS IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. BRP IS
Article 2012-13
Dec 21, 2012
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Article informing dealers of Safety Campaign 2012-13 - Fuel Cap replacement. The fuel cap may not seal properly the fuel tank filler neck. Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Posting 12-13
Dec 13, 2012
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Posting informing the community that some of them may have seen an alert from Transport Canada regarding a recall on certain Spyder models. (recall 2012-13)
Article 10-23
Oct 23, 2012
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
Technical Service Tip (TST) in reference to quality warranty bulletin 2012-12. If the analog fuel gauge with stepper motor is installed with an old version of the cluster software or on a 2010 RT with a cluster which cannot be updated, the
Article 10-23
Oct 23, 2012
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Technical Service Tip (TST) in reference to quality warranty bulletin 2012-12. If the analog fuel gauge with stepper motor is installed with an old version of the cluster software or on a 2010 RT with a cluster which cannot be updated, the
Article 10-23
Oct 23, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Technical Service Tip (TST) in reference to quality warranty bulletin 2012-12. If the analog fuel gauge with stepper motor is installed with an old version of the cluster software or on a 2010 RT with a cluster which cannot be updated, the
Bulletin 2012-12
Oct 22, 2012
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
Warranty bulletin addressing the problem that analog fuel gauge needle does not have any dampening causing a variable fuel level reading. Replacing the analog fuel gauge with a new improved one (with stepper motor) is required. After fuel g
Bulletin 2012-12
Oct 22, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Warranty bulletin addressing the problem that analog fuel gauge needle does not have any dampening causing a variable fuel level reading. Replacing the analog fuel gauge with a new improved one (with stepper motor) is required. After fuel g
Bulletin 2012-12
Oct 22, 2012
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Warranty bulletin addressing the problem that analog fuel gauge needle does not have any dampening causing a variable fuel level reading. Replacing the analog fuel gauge with a new improved one (with stepper motor) is required. After fuel g
Posting 10-08
Oct 8, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Posting stating that it has come to BRP's attention that water pump mechanical failure has risen in recent weeks. In the event you have a Spyder with a leak from the weep hole, please send information to BRP.
B2012-10
Jun 19, 2012
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
To be performed at PDI on registered (sold) vehicles.
B2012-10
Jun 19, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
To be performed at PDI on registered (sold) vehicles.
B2012-10
Jun 19, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
To be performed at PDI on registered (sold) vehicles.
B2012-10
Jun 19, 2012
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
To be performed at PDI on registered (sold) vehicles.
B2012-8
Jun 19, 2012
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
To be performed at PDI on unregistered (unsold) vehicles.
B2012-8
Jun 19, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
To be performed at PDI on unregistered (unsold) vehicles.
B2012-8
Jun 19, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
To be performed at PDI on unregistered (unsold) vehicles.
B2012-8
Jun 19, 2012
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
To be performed at PDI on unregistered (unsold) vehicles.
PRE-02-27-2012
Feb 27, 2012
095200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:CLUTCH
Centrifungal clutch vibration.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, CAN-AM SPYDER RT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE14025
Opened: Aug 4, 2014 , Closed: May 22, 2015
Motorcycle Fires
This Preliminary Evaluation was opened after NHTSA became aware of two fires involving a MY 2011 and a MY 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT manufactured by Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP).Both occurred within days of each other in July, 2014.The first report (VOQ 10615679) involved a 2011 Spyder RT, conv... Read more
CAN-AM SPYDER RT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CAN-AM SPYDER RT across all model years (2010, 2023).
23
Total Recalls
402
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
21
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
CAN-AM SPYDER RT - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.