2012 Can-Am Spyder RT: gas smell in the cabin

Filed May 25, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 7,200 miles · OH

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!

Filed Nov 1, 2018 · Brakes, Fuel system · 100 miles · FL

Just purchased my spyder rt ......noticed a strong smell of fuel after a drive about 30 minutes. I opened my fuel cap and noticed that the fuel was way hotter than it should be. Also rear brakes are very noisy, and found out this is a common problem.

Filed Sep 16, 2017 · Fuel system · 35 miles · MN

Fuel smell, leaks, excessive fuel consumption, and poor performance including vehical stallling in heavy traffic. The fuel issue occurs while driving at any speed. The fuel odor is intolerable and causes severe headaches and nausea while driving. Other people notice that I smell like fuel l after riding my can-am. For these reasons I can no longer drive it without risk of being overcome by the fuel vapors potentially causing an accident. These problems continued after having the vehicle serviced at a can-am dealer. They replaced some emissions hoses that had cracked but it took so many months to find the problem that it was no longer covered by the emissions warrantee. The performance improved but still won't idle smooth and surges while driving. Thee is only 6,230 miles on this vehicle. Documented service reports are available at tousley motorsports inc, 1400 co rd e east, vadnais heights, mn 55110. Phone (651) 483-8296. Previous unresolved diagnostic attempts in 2016, were at dakota motor sports, 628 circle dr, aberdeen, sd 57401. Phone (605) 725-2887. There is also a problem withe the rear brake caliper when the caliper fails to release completely and destroys both the brake rotor and brake pad repeatedly. The rotor becomes red hot while driving creating a finite risk, flying metal shrapnel and serious risk for loss of control either with rear wheel lock up or braking failure while driving.

Filed Jun 9, 2015 · Fuel system · 753 miles · OH

I purchased this spyder on 6/25/2012 and I have experienced a problem all the time I have owned this motorcycle. If I park it in the garage the fumes are horrible and I have to ventilate the garage for a while. I have discussed it with the dealership since my first service which was 7/23/2012 and I was told the canister that takes the fumes off the carburetor fills with fuel and because I don't run the machine above 5000 rpms enough the fuel leaks out on the floor instead of going through the engine. 5000 rpms in 4th gear is 58 miles per hour. 3 miles an hour over the legal speed limit. 5000 rpms in 5th gear is 68 miles per hour which is 3 miles an hour over freeway speeds. I asked to have the rpms changed lower so it would empty out easier and the dealership said this was not possible because the engine would operate too rough. I have tried to contact brp and was unsuccessful because the answer I got was to take it to the dealership and have them contact brp. I also experience problems when I am operating in town because the machine gets very warm and you start dealing with gas fumes from something getting way too warm. Both problems have been an issue since I have owned the machine and I was told to park the machine outside until it cools instead of dealing with the real issue.

Filed Nov 20, 2014 · Fuel system · 200 miles · CA

I bought a new 2012 spyder rt in july 2012. After my first long ride on my spyder, I parked it in my garage. Within a few minutes, my entire garage was filled with gasoline fumes, and I could smell gasoline inside my house, as well. The fuel odor problem has persisted, despite numerous trips to the dealer to try to fix the problem. The evaporative canister is supposed to absorb vapors from the fuel tank; however, the evaporative canister on my spyder has been replaced four times so far, due to being flooded. I've even seen liquid gasoline dripping from the overflow line on the evaporative canister. It is apparent that too much heat is soaking into the fuel tank from the engine and exhaust system, which generates more fuel vapors than the evaporative canister system can handle. I've tried to minimize the production of fuel vapors, by filling the fuel tank at the end of a ride, so there is a large volume of cool fuel to absorb the heat, once the spyder is turned off. I've also had the entire exhaust system removed, had a ceramic coating applied externally to each component, and reinstalled the exhaust system. These measures have helped somewhat, but as soon as I get stuck in stop and go traffic for any length of time, the evaporative canister floods again, and I can smell the fuel vapors again.

Filed Oct 30, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 700 miles · NJ

After a ride, vehicle emits strong gasoline odor which fills garage area and, at times, permeates into the living area. Need to allow to cool down in driveway before bringing into the garage to lessen the fuel odor.

Filed Oct 29, 2014 · Fuel system · TX

Strong stenching gas smell- fumes. A lot of heat associations.

Filed Oct 29, 2014 · Fuel system · 22,000 miles · OH

Vehicle has exhibited excessive gas fumes and liquid condensation from fuel tank vent since new. This creates a flammability hazard. Proximity of exhaust pipes to fuel tank causes boiling inside the tank that can be smelled, seen, and heard. Proximity of catalytic converter to underside of tank contributes to the root cause. Problem is especially evident after prolonged riding as components under the bodywork get heat soaked due to radiant heat. Factory installed gas tank insulation is inadequate. My installation of off the shelf exhaust wrap product and other insulation has improved, but not eliminated the problem. It is also evident that this forced boiling of gas exceeds the capacity of the charcoal canister and allows for condensation inside the canister, rendering it ineffective. My opinion is that only a high performance insulation package, installed on the exhaust pipes and gas tank, in conjunction with a catalytic converter heat shield, will truly eliminate the root cause. Design modifications to enhance under bodywork airflow are also needed to prevent rider discomfort and injury due to excessive body work temperatures.

Filed Oct 28, 2014 · Body, Fuel system · 6,815 miles · CA

A very strong odor of gasoline upon shut down after extended rides of more than 10-15 miles at varying speeds. Appears to happen more often when multiple stops (engine shut down of short duration) occur during the same ride. Riding more than 10 - 15 miles results in very high heat emanating from under seat on right side and extreme heat near right ankle and foot. Passenger also complained about heat to right ankle and foot. When parking spyder in my enclosed attached garage, garage door must be left open to dissipate gasoline fumes, otherwise fumes enter house living areas. It should be noted that my natural gas fired water heater (with pilot light) is in the same garage as my parked spyder. So far (knock on wood) there have been no fires but I attribute that to ventilating garage completely before closing garage door. The gasoline fumes are a definite safety hazard that should be addressed and the high heat, while a comfort problem, could also be a distraction safety problem. It is my sincere hope that these concerns are addressed sooner rather than later.

Filed Oct 28, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 600 miles · FL

I have a spyder rt 2012 with gas fumes when parked and heat coming from under my seat, my bike has 35000 miles, I have had this problem from the first day.

Filed Oct 26, 2014 · Fuel system · 3,100 miles · CA

After riding our spyder, a very strong smell of fuel is present. The smell is so bad that I am afraid to close the garage door for more than an hour after parking. I have to use a fan to vent the garage. I am afraid of fire if I were to park and close the spyder inside.

Filed Oct 26, 2014 · Fuel system · 5,000 miles · PA

Very strong gasoline odor.