Recall 25V275 affects 478 2025 Can-Am Origin and Pulse motorcycles for battery water intrusion. Repair is free at any franchised Can-Am dealer.
Can-Am is recalling 478 2025 Origin and Pulse electric motorcycles because a breather valve can let moisture or water into the high voltage battery. Water in the battery can cause loss of drive power or a battery fire while parked or riding, and Can-Am dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The recalled part on 2025 Can-Am Origin and Pulse electric motorcycles is the breather valve in the high voltage battery cover. That valve lets the battery housing breathe as pressure changes, while the seal around it keeps water and moisture out of the battery enclosure. The right side battery cover and valve have to fit tightly for that seal to work.
On affected motorcycles in NHTSA campaign 25V275, the battery housing cover was built too thick in the valve area. That extra thickness prevents the breather valve from clipping fully into place. When the valve is not seated correctly, its seal does not compress as intended, and moisture or water can get into the high voltage battery.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not expected to see, hear, or feel the breather valve problem before water enters the battery housing.
Who's affected?
Covers both Origin and Pulse motorcycles with the same right-side high-voltage battery cover part.
| 2025 Can-Am Origin | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| 2025 Can-Am Pulse | high-voltage traction battery |
| Units affected | 478 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
A battery that lets water in can cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. It can also lead to a battery fire while parked or riding, increasing injury risk. There is no warning sign for an improperly clipped breather valve. Schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Can-Am dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Can-Am Origin or Pulse is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Can-Am dealer to schedule the free protection-plate installation or breather-valve replacement that keeps moisture out of the high voltage battery.
- Bring the recall notice if Can-Am mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V275 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether the motorcycle is safe to ride before your appointment, since water in the battery can cause loss of drive power or battery fire.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Can-Am technician installs a new protection plate, or replaces the breather valve when inspection shows it is needed, to keep moisture and water out of the high voltage battery. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the manufacturer's warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the affected motorcycles are still under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| April 24, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| April 30, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 2, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V275?
Recall 25V275 covers 478 2025 Can-Am Origin and Pulse electric motorcycles. The battery breather valve can let moisture or water into the high-voltage battery, which can cause loss of drive power or a battery fire. Can-Am dealers will install a protection plate or replace the valve for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Can-Am Origin or Pulse is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 25V275. If it is, contact a franchised Can-Am dealer to schedule the free repair. Reference recall number 25V275 when you call, and ask whether the dealer will install the protection plate or replace the breather valve.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Can-Am dealers will install a new protection plate or replace the breather valve if needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk on this Can-Am recall?
The safety risk is loss of drive power and battery fire. Water entering the high-voltage battery can stop propulsion and increase crash risk. The same defect can also lead to a battery fire while the motorcycle is parked or being ridden.
When were owner letters mailed for recall 25V275?
Can-Am mailed owner notification letters on May 2, 2025. If you bought the motorcycle used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Can-Am dealer with recall number 25V275.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V275000 |
|---|---|
| Can-Am customer service | 1-888-272-9222 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V275 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V275000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →