Recall 15V095 covers 5,165 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles for engine-compartment overheating with burn or fire risk. Repair is free at a franchised Can-Am dealer.
Can-Am is recalling 5,165 2013 Spyder RT motorcycles because prolonged idling or slow speed riding in warmer temperatures can drive very high temperatures in the engine compartment. That heat increases the risk of skin burns or a vehicle fire, and the Can-Am dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
On the 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT, the engine compartment holds the engine, exhaust parts, cooling parts, and nearby wiring under the bodywork. It is supposed to contain engine heat while airflow and shielding keep nearby parts from getting too hot.
In this recall, prolonged idling or slow speed riding in warmer temperatures can push the engine compartment to very high temperatures. Slow riding gives the motorcycle less moving air to carry heat away, and idling leaves heat building in the same enclosed area. Can-Am recalled all 2013 Spyder RT motorcycles after testing and discussions with NHTSA in 2015.
There is no warning sign before failure listed for this recall. Owners should treat heat buildup during idling or slow riding as the concern, even if the motorcycle starts and runs normally.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT | Engine |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5,165 |
Not every 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Very high engine-compartment temperatures create a skin-burn risk and increase the risk of a vehicle fire. Avoid touching hot engine-area parts, let the vehicle cool if heat feels abnormal, and call a dealer for current guidance before riding again. 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 RT is included in this recall.
- Wait for Can-Am's recall instructions if your VIN is included and your dealer says the remedy is not open.
- Contact a franchised Can-Am dealer to ask when the free engine-compartment heat repair is available for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 15V095 when you call, and bring the Can-Am owner notice if you have it.
- Avoid prolonged idling and slow-speed riding in warmer temperatures until the engine-compartment heat repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Once the repair is available, a Can-Am technician repairs the Spyder RT condition covered by recall 15V095 at no charge. The remedy text does not identify a specific replacement part or inspection step, so ask the Can-Am service desk to confirm the exact procedure for your VIN before service. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. BRP notified owners, and the recall began on May 26, 2015.
Timeline
| February 13, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
|---|---|
| February 19, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| May 26, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V095?
Recall 15V095 covers 5,165 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles with engine-compartment heat buildup during prolonged idling or slow-speed riding in warmer temperatures. Very high temperatures can increase the risk of skin burns or a vehicle fire. Can-Am dealers repair the vehicles for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 15V095. If it is, contact a franchised Can-Am dealer to schedule the engine-related recall repair. Reference recall number 15V095 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Can-Am dealers repair affected 2013 Spyder RT motorcycles free of charge. Can-Am customer service is available at 1-888-272-9222 for recall questions.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is heat buildup in the engine compartment. During prolonged idling or slow-speed riding in warmer temperatures, very high engine-compartment temperatures can increase the risk of skin burns or a vehicle fire. Confirm your VIN before arranging the free dealer repair.
When did Can-Am notify owners about recall 15V095?
Can-Am began the recall on May 26, 2015, and owners were notified about the free repair. If you bought the motorcycle used or never received a letter, check your VIN and contact a franchised Can-Am dealer with recall number 15V095.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V095000 |
|---|---|
| Can-Am customer service | 1-888-272-9222 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V095 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V095000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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