Recall 13V386 affects 8,191 2013 Can-Am Spyder ST and Spyder RT motorcycles for brake-fluid leaks. Repair is free at any franchised Can-Am dealer.
Can-Am is recalling 8,191 2013 Spyder ST and Spyder RT motorcycles because the tandem brake master cylinder manifold inlet can melt and let brake fluid leak. A leak onto a heat source raises the risk of a fire, and the dealer repair will be free once Can-Am makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The brake master cylinder on the 2013 Can-Am Spyder ST and Spyder RT is part of the hydraulic brake system. When the rider presses the brake pedal, the master cylinder builds fluid pressure and sends it through the brake lines so the calipers can clamp the brake rotors. The manifold inlet is the passage where brake fluid enters that master cylinder assembly.
On affected motorcycles, that manifold inlet can melt. Once the inlet is damaged, brake fluid can leak out instead of staying sealed inside the hydraulic system. A brake-fluid leak lowers the pressure the system needs to apply the brakes, so the pedal response and braking force are no longer dependable.
There is no warning sign before failure. If fluid has already leaked, an owner notices brake fluid near the master cylinder area or a change in brake pedal feel, but the recall does not identify an advance symptom to rely on.
Who's affected?
Covers both Spyder ST and Spyder RT models in the same model year, with the hydraulic brake system listed for each.
| 2013 Can-Am Spyder ST | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 8,191 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Brake fluid leaking onto a heat source increases the risk of a fire. The recall does not call for owners to stop riding, but the repair should be scheduled soon after the VIN is confirmed. Repair will be free at any franchised Can-Am dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Can-Am Spyder ST or Spyder RT is included in this recall.
- Watch for BRP's owner notice before scheduling the dealer repair.
- Call Can-Am customer service at 1-888-638-5397 with questions and reference recall number 13V386.
- Ask a franchised Can-Am dealer about the free heat-shield and heat-deflector installation that protects the brake master cylinder manifold area from excess heat.
- Avoid riding until a dealer checks any brake-fluid leak near the tandem brake master cylinder manifold.
What happens at the repair
BRP listed the repair for this recall as dealer installation of heat shields and a heat deflector around the brake master cylinder area, free of charge. Because the remedy status is not marked available in the source data, confirm availability with a Can-Am dealer before arranging service. Once the repair is available for your VIN, a Can-Am technician installs the added shielding at no cost.
Timeline
| August 28, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V386?
Recall 13V386 covers 8,191 2013 Can-Am Spyder ST and Spyder RT motorcycles with a tandem brake master cylinder manifold inlet that can melt and allow brake fluid to leak. Brake fluid leaking onto a heat source increases fire risk. Can-Am dealers install heat shields and a heat deflector for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Can-Am Spyder ST or Spyder RT is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 13V386. If it is, contact a franchised Can-Am dealer to schedule the heat shield and heat deflector installation. Reference recall number 13V386 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Can-Am's remedy is free dealer installation of heat shields and a heat deflector. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Can-Am dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. In affected motorcycles, the tandem brake master cylinder manifold inlet can melt, allowing brake fluid to leak onto a heat source. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair and ask the dealer whether extra handling instructions apply before your appointment.
What if I bought this Can-Am Spyder used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the VIN, not the first owner, so a used 2013 Can-Am Spyder ST or Spyder RT stays eligible if its VIN is included. Check your VIN, then call a Can-Am dealer with recall number 13V386.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V386000 |
|---|---|
| Can-Am customer service | 1-888-638-5397 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V386 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V386000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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