2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Posted on: 2012-12-13
Description
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.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Posted on: 2012-12-13
Description
Bombardier recreational products inc. (brp) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 can-am spyder gs and model year 2010 can-am spyder rs vehicles. Fuel vapors may exit the fuel vapor canister vent hose in the enclosed engine compartment.
Consequence
Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and personal injury.
Corrective Action
Brp will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vapor canister vent hose and replace and re-route it, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on december 26, 2012. Owners may contact brp at 1-888-638-5397.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.