Recall 12V582 covers 33,700 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder RT, Spyder Gs, and Spyder RS vehicles for a fuel-cap seal defect. Can-Am provides the replacement cap free.
Can-Am is recalling 33,700 2008-2012 Spyder RT, Spyder Gs, and Spyder RS vehicles because the fuel cap does not seal properly on the fuel tank filler neck. A poor seal lets fuel vapors escape, and fuel vapors near an ignition source can lead to fire and personal injury; the Can-Am dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The fuel cap on 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder RT, Spyder Gs, and Spyder RS roadsters is supposed to lock onto the fuel tank filler neck after refueling. That seal closes the tank opening so fuel and fuel vapor stay contained while the roadster is parked or moving.
In this recall, the cap does not fit the filler neck correctly. When the cap cannot seat and seal as designed, the tank opening is not fully closed even though the rider has put the cap back on. The defect is in the fit between the cap and the filler neck, so the basic fuel storage system is the part at issue.
There is no warning sign before failure. A rider can check that the cap feels secure after refueling, but the recall problem is the cap's ability to seal correctly, not a dashboard alert or a change in how the roadster runs.
Who's affected?
Covers the RT, Gs, and RS variants of the Spyder line from 2008 through 2012, all tied to the fuel system.
| 2012 Can-Am Spyder RT | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2008 Can-Am Spyder Gs | fuel system |
| 2010 Can-Am Spyder RT | fuel system |
| 2010 Can-Am Spyder RS | fuel system |
| 2012 Can-Am Spyder RS | fuel system |
| 2011 Can-Am Spyder RS | fuel system |
| 2011 Can-Am Spyder RT | fuel system |
| 2009 Can-Am Spyder Gs | fuel system |
| 2009 Can-Am Spyder RS | fuel system |
| Units affected | 33,700 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fuel cap that does not seal lets fuel vapors escape. Fuel vapors near an ignition source increase the risk of fire and personal injury. Keep the vehicle away from open flames or other ignition sources and arrange the recall remedy soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Can-Am dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder RT, Spyder Gs, or Spyder RS is included in this recall.
- Contact Can-Am customer service at 1-888-638-5397 if you did not receive the free replacement fuel cap.
- Reference recall number 12V582 when you call or speak with a Can-Am dealer.
- Install the free replacement fuel cap that seals the fuel tank filler neck.
- Keep fuel vapors away from ignition sources until the replacement cap is installed.
What happens at the repair
If your VIN is included, Can-Am's remedy is a replacement fuel cap that fits and seals the fuel tank filler neck properly. The final repair path will be free once available. The recall filing describes owner notification and a replacement cap sent to the owner, rather than a service-bay repair. If a dealer handles it, a Can-Am technician confirms the cap fit and seal.
Timeline
| December 12, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 21, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V582?
Recall 12V582 covers 33,700 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder RT, Spyder Gs, and Spyder RS vehicles with a fuel cap that does not seal properly on the fuel tank filler neck. A poor seal can leak fuel vapors, increasing fire and injury risk near an ignition source.
What should I do if my 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder RT, Spyder Gs, or Spyder RS is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Can-Am Spyder is included in recall 12V582. If it is, contact a franchised Can-Am dealer or Can-Am customer service at 1-888-638-5397 and ask for the free replacement fuel cap.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy provides a replacement fuel cap free of charge. The free remedy applies through the franchised Can-Am service path for included VINs.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fuel vapor leakage from a fuel cap that does not seal properly. If those vapors meet an ignition source, the recall says the result can be fire and personal injury. Confirm your VIN, then get the free replacement cap.
What if I bought my Can-Am Spyder used?
The free recall remedy still applies to an included VIN. A prior owner, missed letter, or private sale does not cancel the recall. Check your VIN, then reference recall 12V582 when you contact a franchised Can-Am dealer or Can-Am customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V582000 |
|---|---|
| Can-Am customer service | 1-888-638-5397 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V582 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V582000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →