Brp Can-Am Spyder F3 and Spyder RT recall: Engine Output – Potential Loss of Drive Power
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the output shaft installed may be exposed to stress concentration that could cause fatigue failure. Over time the output shaft may break resulting in a loss of drive power while driving. This can increase the risk of a crash.
- What to do
- Contact a Brp Can-Am dealer to book the free repair. Replace output shaft.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the output shaft installed may be exposed to stress concentration that could cause fatigue failure. Over time the output shaft may break resulting in a loss of drive power while driving. This can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Replace output shaft.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPYDER F3 | 3 Nov 2016 | 5 Jun 2017 | 39 |
| Spyder RT | 29 Oct 2016 | 5 Jun 2017 | 28 |
| Spyder F3 | 25 Apr 2017 | 3 May 2018 | 54 |
| Spyder RT | 25 Apr 2017 | 3 May 2018 | 20 |
| Spyder F3 | 9 Nov 2018 | 30 Jan 2019 | 6 |
| Spyder RT | 9 Nov 2018 | 28 Jan 2019 | 3 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 8 October 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.