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2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

1

Owner Complaint

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

2

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT

The 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical System (1 complaint).

Recalls for the 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT, potentially affecting up to 34,457 vehicles.

Recall 23V175000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

| 34,457 vehicles affected

Defect: Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Spyder RT and 2022-2023 Ryker motorcycles. The brake lights may stay illuminated even if the brake pedal is not pressed. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and associated Equipment."

Consequence: Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other motorists of the rider's intention and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Depending on the model, dealers will replace the brake light switch, adjust the brake light switch, and/or add a spring to the brake light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2023. Owners may...

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Owner Complaints for the 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT

1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electrical System
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11680284 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
BRP redesigned the alternator drive shaft starting with the 2023 model year. The alternator drive has a friction drive device built into the shaft. The shaft is making a squealing noise under normal operation. This friction unit is designed to only slip when a heavy load is applied to the alternator, ie when turning at idle. The problem is that when it slips the alternator cuts out and steering get difficult with out electric assistance. I also fear that this will prematurely wear the friction material off the shaft which will result in metal to metal shavings being released into the engine. Initially I was told it was The wrong oil being used, The bike has been serviced exclusively at my canal dealer using only canal parts.

Safety Rating for the 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT

Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

Bulletin 2023-5 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Warranty Bulletin: Insufficient Torque on the Parking Brake Cable Nut The parking brake cable retaining nut may not have been properly tightened to specification.

Bulletin 2023-5 — PARKING BRAKE

Warranty Bulletin: Insufficient Torque on the Parking Brake Cable Nut The parking brake cable retaining nut may not have been properly tightened to specification.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2023 CAN-AM SPYDER RT

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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