2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
60
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
17
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
The 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT has received a total of 60 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP. 17 technical service bulletins have been issued by Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuelpropulsion System (22 complaints), Engine (8 complaints), and Electrical System (7 complaints).
Recalls for the 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT, potentially affecting up to 33,700 vehicles.
Recall 12V582000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
| 33,700 vehicles affected
Defect: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder GS, RS, and RT series vehicles. The fuel cap may not fit onto the fuel tank filler neck, preventing it from sealing properly.
Consequence: If the fuel cap does not seal properly, it may leak fuel vapors. Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and personal injury.
Remedy: BRP will notify owners and send them a replacement fuel cap, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2013. Owners may contact BRP AT 1-888-638-5397.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
60 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuelpropulsion System | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Upon cruising down the highway about 60 MPH,my powered windshield support arm broke and the windshield fell back toward me in between the handle bars. Upon inspection,arm broke in half leaving the windshield unsupported. Our safety was put at risk because windshield was laying flat instead of upright for protection from winds and bugs or debris as designed. We had to prop it up with a coat to finish our ride. Doing research on Spyder owners forum,we discovered it is an ongoing problems with this support arm and we are not the lone incident. BRP should recall this for safety reasons. BRP sells a replacement unit for $800, totally unexceptable as this is a part that should not fail.no warning lights could predict this. Parts are available for inspection.
SMELL FUEL VAPORS.
I HAVE A 2012 CAN AM SPYDER RT LIMITED WITH EXTREME HEAT ON MY RIGHT FOOT AND AROUND THE SEAT. ALSO HAVE OVERWHELMING GASOLINE FUMES AFTER PARKING THE BIKE. MAKING IT UNUSABLE AND NO FUN AND DANGEROUS TO RIDE. PURCHASED JULY 14 2017. 7,200 MILES. HAD CONTACT SEVERAL TIMES WITH LOCAL DEALER ABSOLUTELY NO HELP!
I HAVE A 2012 CAN AM SPYDER RT LIMITED WITH EXTREME HEAT ON MY RIGHT FOOT AND AROUND THE SEAT. ALSO HAVE OVERWHELMING GASOLINE FUMES AFTER PARKING THE BIKE. MAKING IT UNUSABLE AND NO FUN AND DANGEROUS TO RIDE. PURCHASED JULY 14 2017. 7,200 MILES. HAD CONTACT SEVERAL TIMES WITH LOCAL DEALER ABSOLUTELY NO HELP!
DYNAMIC POWER STEERING FAILURE AT 5,900 MILES. NO POWER STEERING AT SLOW SPEEDS.
Safety Rating for the 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. has issued 17 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TST 140875 Rev — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revision of TST 140875 P0730 Active Fault Fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear sprocket or a different wheel size. The cluster will stop displaying the gear indication and check engine light came on (limp home condition) and the gearbox won't shift.
TST 138572 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The low fuel level light indicator stay always ON after cluster replacement on MY12 RT.
TST 138572 — EQUIPMENT
The low fuel level light indicator stay always ON after cluster replacement on MY12 RT.
112333 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
TECHNICAL SERVICE TIP (TST): CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF EXCESSIVE HEAT FELT IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT IN CERTAIN RIDING CONDITIONS. THE SOLUTION IS TO INSTALL THE AIR SCOOP KIT. NOTE THAT THIS WILL NOT REDUCE HEAT FELT ON THE RH FOOT BY THE RADIATOR FAN.
SB-2012-8 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BRP: SOME MOTORCYCLES EXPERIENCE DAMAGE TO THROTTLE BODY ACTUATOR, LEADING TO LIMP HOME MODE OR FAULT CODES WHEN STARTING ENGINE; THE TCM AND ECM SOFTWARE NEEDS UPDATING DUE TO SENSITIVE CALIBRATION WARNING DISPLAY IN CLUSTER; MIDDLE SIDE RUBBER PANELS GROMMETS FALLS OFF AFTER REMOVAL AND INSTALLING, MULTIPLE TIMES, PANEL. *PE
B2012-14 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ECM Software update. (optional).
Bulletin 2012-6 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Update of a posting regarding bulletin 2012-6 about possible water infiltration in radio module
Article 10-23 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Technical Service Tip (TST) in reference to quality warranty bulletin 2012-12. If the analog fuel gauge with stepper motor is installed with an old version of the cluster software or on a 2010 RT with a cluster which cannot be updated, the following situations may be observed: ? Fuel level...
Article 10-23 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
Technical Service Tip (TST) in reference to quality warranty bulletin 2012-12. If the analog fuel gauge with stepper motor is installed with an old version of the cluster software or on a 2010 RT with a cluster which cannot be updated, the following situations may be observed: ? Fuel level...
Article 10-23 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Technical Service Tip (TST) in reference to quality warranty bulletin 2012-12. If the analog fuel gauge with stepper motor is installed with an old version of the cluster software or on a 2010 RT with a cluster which cannot be updated, the following situations may be observed: * Fuel level...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CAN-AM SPYDER RT
- 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 2 complaints
- 2009 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 1 complaint
- 2010 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 31 complaints
- 2011 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 42 complaints
- 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT (current)
- 2013 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 176 complaints
- 2014 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 16 complaints
- 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 6 complaints
- 2016 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 9 complaints
- 2017 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 7 complaints
Other CAN-AM Models
- CAN-AM RYKER — 230 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER RS — 101 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER GS — 60 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER F3 — 41 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER — 40 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER ST — 36 total complaints
- CAN-AM OUTLANDER — 5 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER F3-S — 5 total complaints