NHTSA Recall 15V095000
Filed by Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc.. Component: Engine. Reported 2015-02-19. An estimated 5,165 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling all model year 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles. Prolonged idling or slow speed riding in warmer temperatures may result very high temperatures in the engine compartment.
Risk
Very high temperatures in the engine compartment may increase the risk of skin burns or a vehicle fire.
What the manufacturer will do
BRP has notified owners. Dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
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.