2011 CAN-AM SPYDER RT Recalls (2)

Campaign:
11V081000 on 02/08/2011
Component:
Power train:manual transmission:column shift assembly
Affected:
378
Defect:
Brp is recalling certain model year 2011 spyder rt sm5 roadsters. while down shifting it may be possible to inadvertently engage reverse without depressing the reverse button due to a defective reverse actuator cable.
Consequence:
If this happens while the vehicle is moving forward, the rear wheel could lock and the engine could stall. if this happens while vehicle is stopped, the vehicle could back up. a vehicle stall without warning or an expected movement in reverse may increase the risk of a crash possibly resulting in injury or death.
Correction:
Dealers will validate proper operation of the reverse actuator and if defective, the reverse actuator assembly will be replaced free of charge. the safety recallbegan on february 11, 2011. owners may contact brp at 1-888-638-5397.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
12V582000 on 12/12/2012
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Affected:
33,700
Defect:
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2011 CAN-AM SPYDER RT TSBs (18)

Bulletin:
RC-2010-0015
Component:
071110 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
SB-2012-14
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Roadster: for some motorcycles, informational procedure is provided regarding the ecm software update, which is optional and not under warranty. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-2012-8
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
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:
TST-219-800
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Brp mc: on certain motorcycles, when riding. the windshield will drop and a high windshield refurbish kit is now available to address this issue. *pe
Bulletin:
112333
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
POSTING 12-20
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
ARTICLE 01-17
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
Bulletin 2013-9
Component:
034100 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
Bulletin 2012-6
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Update of a posting regarding bulletin 2012-6 about possible water infiltration in radio module
Bulletin:
Article 10-23
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
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:
Bulletin 2012-12
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
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:
Article 10-23
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
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:
Bulletin 2012-12
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
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:
Article 2012-13
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
Posting 12-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
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)
Bulletin:
Article 10-25
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
Article 10-25(2)
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
Article Radio di
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
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

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