2010 CAN-AM SPYDER Recall

Campaign:

09V162000 on 05/17/2009

Component:

Steering

Manufactured:

04/03/2009 - 08/17/2010

Affected:

16,361

Defect:

Bombardier recreational is recalling 9,932 my 2008-2010 can-am spyder roadster gs motorcycles. a condition may exist where the operator of an involved vehicle may need to exert a force greater than expected to initiate the turning of the steering handlebar off center in order to correct vehicle drift from a straight line path. this higher than expected steering control input torque may cause a steering angle overshoot and an unexpected deviation of the vehicle from the operator's intended path.

Consequence:

If this occurs, it can lead to a temporary out of lane excursion of the vehicle which increases the possibility of a crash with other traffic and or a drive off the road.

Correction:

Dealers will inspect and replace/repair the appropriate components free of charge. the recall began on july 17, 2009. owners may contact bombardier recreational at 1-866-767-0707.

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> .

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