2011 Can-Am Spyder RT fuel system complaints

Filed Jan 29, 2013 · Fuel system · 800 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 can-am spyder motorcycle. The contact stated that while parked, he noticed fuel leaking from the fuel canister. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated the canister would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure continued. The failure was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 800.

Filed Apr 10, 2012 · Fuel system · 12,000 miles · WI · 1 injury

There is a problem with the vent system on the gas tank. The charcoal vapor canister fills up with liquid fuel and it can't vent fumes. Which cause the air box to vent raw gas fumes into the engine compartment and out under the driver's saddle (seat). Than right in to the drivers face, which causes burning eyes and chest pains. And "I would guess a fire or explosion hazard" the last 3500 miles I have had three charcoal canisters replaced under warranty, and the one installed now has failed.

Filed Mar 16, 2012 · Fuel system · 900 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 can-am spider motorcycle . The contact stated while driving various speeds, the fuel in the fuel tank began to overheat and boil which caused fumes to irritate the contacts eyes. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing; however, the contact has not received the results yet, nor was the vehicle repaired. The failure mileage was 900 and the current mileage is 2,200 updated 07/06/12

Filed Oct 12, 2011 · Engine, Fuel system · 100 miles · CA

Vehicle has entered limp home mode on several occasions while driving at highway speeds (65mph) which suddenly reduces speed to 35mph. Vehicles from rear have nearly impacted due to rapid loss in speed. Also electronic power steering assist has failed while exiting highway which makes maintaining control very difficult. Vehicle nearly left paved surface due to high steering efforts. This vehicle has a very strong fuel smell which continues while vehicle is not running. Fuel vapors could cause a fire danger.

Filed Aug 29, 2011 · Fuel system · 650 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 can-am roadster spyder rt-s. The contact stated while driving various speeds he noticed that there was a strong gasoline odor. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who advised him that they were unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was notified and advised him that he may be using too much gasoline which ended up saturating the charcoal canister. The failure mileage was approximately 650.