2013 Can-Am Spyder RT fuel system problems

Filed Jul 28, 2018 · Brakes, Electrical · 27,000 miles · WA

Excess heat has melted the brake line twice, master cyl. Melted, braks get soft and inhibit stopping power, electrical wiringis degrading from excess heat, gas tanl get so hot the gas starts to boil, panels are melting and warping from excess heat. The unit has been declared un safe to ride. Brp refuses to address the safety issues, all recalls and upgrades have been done and the problem is just getting worst, brp, will not fix only offers to hide the cometic damage

Filed Jun 11, 2015 · Body, Fuel system · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 can-am spyder rt. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v095000 (engine); however, the manufacturer's remedy was incomplete. The manufacturer stated that they would be replacing the body panel with new improved body panels and an upgraded fuel system kit. The contact received templates to use to cut out pieces of the body panel. The manufacturer stated that this was the only available repair for the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. .. .updated 07/21/15

Filed May 30, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · PA

We have been waiting for a recall fix that was informed by brp would be in may 2015. Through social media we were told by brpcare that the fix was ready and supplied pictures. We have scheduled the work but am not happy with the fix as it changes the appearance of the vehicle. When I called the federal safety agency I was informed that she could not find any information that this fix was approved.

Filed Apr 26, 2015 · Body, Electrical · 800 miles · FL · fire

We were part of a national bike club ride to a beach resort accompanied by approximately 300 riders. When we departed about 7 am, temperatures were in the low 70's. The route was mostly downhill and we maintained an average speed of about 50, 60 MPH. After just over one hour we arrived at the resort where we all moved to a large gravel parking area near the beach. Within seconds after I shut down and dismounted, grey smoke started seeping up between the body panels which quickly turned into black smoke smelling strongly of burning insulation. In less than a minute fire broke out from the front top vents and burned through the upper plastic body panels extending more than 3 feet into the air. A fast thinking member rushed up with a co2 fire extinguisher and started extinguishing the fire that by then flowed out from under the bike an threatened bikes parked nearby. Fortunately, the fire was put out within 2 or 3 minutes with no damage to other property or any injuries. At no time during the ride or at any other time, even when ambient temperatures were over 80 did the temperature gauge register more than normal. It wasn't until the day after the incident that a friend informed me that there had been a recall on the year & model warning of possible fire hazard. Also, upon close inspection it was noted that one of the fuel lines was burned, and was leaking.

Filed Mar 31, 2015 · Fuel system · 9,000 miles · CA

On 26 march 2015 I rode home after work of approximately 30 miles. The outside air temperature this day was approximately 85 degrees as a high that day. Upon arriving home, I left my 2013 can am spyder rt se-5 out side the garage as directed by the interim recall notice. I got off my spyder and noticed a strange sound coming from under the seat. I removed my helmet and lifted the seat. The sound was coming from the gas tank. I removed the gas cap and could see gas boiling in the tank. I have noticed strong gas smells and reported that early, but never have I had gas boiling in the tank. I put the gas cap back on and put my helmet in the garage. I reopened the gas cap it was still boiling and was going to film this, but was fearful something might happen. I contacted my dealer who returned my call the next day. He related they had experienced that before during the summer months. They said it was still safe to ride and take the appropriate precautions and we would have to see how the recall design dissipates the heat. I contacted a second dealer who related they contacted brp and no one has reported or dealt with issues like this? They recommended I transport the unit to them approximately 3 hours away. I called a third dealer and was advised of the pending recall. Boiling gas is scary in my book, since when you are riding the spyder you are riding virtually on top of the gas tank. This is a bit discouraging for the amount of money to purchase this unit.

Filed Mar 27, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 700 miles · IL · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 2013 can-am spyder rt. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, there was a burning fuel odor as well as excessive heat coming from the passenger side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer multiple times. The technician was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v095000 (engine) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 700.

Filed Mar 25, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 500 miles · TX

To brp can am spyder 2013 can am spyder rt limited 9-29-2014 I have a brand new can am spyder rt limited stopped on me 2 times in first gear with 120 miles. Next this bike stopped on me again 11 times over the weekend. This bike shuts off at every light I stop at. Which is dangerous. I was almost rear ended at least 2 times .. I told my salesman that I have a strong gas smell in my garage .I took bike and dealership told me to leave overnight due to strong gas smell and shutting off. My bike was ready for pick up the next day. I was told the canister was ok and the loud fuel smell should be gone .I was advised that all recalls for this model have be done. I was told dealer did a gas treatment and was advised bike is a 2013 model which had gas sitting in tank for a long time . I was ask if I top off gas and I told the dealer no! I read all the booklet and watch video pertaining to this bike along with signing up for spyderlover.com. . I know all bike have break in periods, but this is totally unacceptable and surely not safe. I was informed to just ride my bike and to rev the engine when it seems like it's going to shut off. Now with 500 miles the fuel smell is even stronger and I have lost count on how many times it shuts off in 1st gear at a light or just sitting in the garage. I call the dealer again. They informed me that after 1,000 to 1,500 miles these issues should go away after the 600 service. Now, . The reason for this letter is that this bike is not safe because of the strong fuel smell and I don't want to be rear ended due to bike shutting off at every light. I am addressing this issue to prevent the issue of a possible accident or a fire. Now with 1,300 miles and serviced at the dealer the gas smell has gotten worse. Im trying to prevent a fire or bad accident from happening. Spyder website have several complaints onthis issue with the gas.

Filed Mar 17, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 500 miles · NC

Vehicle is extremely hot. Right foot gets unbearable heat. Gas fumes present at every stop. Gas fumes fill garage when bike is hot and parked. Can am refuses to discuss the danger of gas fumes which are extremely dangerous in a closed environment.this safety issue must be addressed as individual owners are powerless to get can am to respond to this dangerous situation. Please help

Filed Dec 12, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · TX

My spyder has been leaking oil since the day I bought it new. I have owned it for 6 months, has been in the shop several times. Still leaking. Gas fumes so bad coming from the engine after riding I can not close the garage door for at least an hour/. Smells of gas really strong every time I am on the bike. Gas cap so hot I can hardly touch it when I need to get gas.

Filed Nov 2, 2014 · Fuel system · 150 miles · LA · 1 injury

Purchased my 2013 can-am spyder on 03/05/14, in springfield, mi. My home address is new iberia, la. I drove the bike back home. My first fuel stop I was overwhelmed by the strong smell of gasoline and I can smell gas fumes every time I fuel up. At every fueling I have to use gloves or a rag to put over the gas cap to unscrew it because it is so hot. Then when I try to unscrew the cap it just ratchets with out unscrewing it. I have spent at least 30 to 45 minutes trying to unscrew the cap and after tank cools off the gas cap releases, then you can fuel up. On several occasions I have had to pry the gas cap with a screw driver to remove it and then you can hear the fuel boiling in the tank. I had 3 gas caps from another recall and tried all 3 caps and they did the same thing, just ratchet and not unscrew. While traveling I was in pensacola, fl and could not remove the gas cap and went to the dealership there and they replaced the gas cap after it cooled off. The next day I had to re-fuel and the cap they just put on would not unscrew. Thursday october 30, 2014, I had to refuel and could not open the fuel tank and had to pry it open with a screw driver to put fuel to get home. While doing so the cap was so tight that the top portion broke off leaving the bottom portion in the fuel tank neck. It gets so hot my right foot actually burns from the engine heat. When I want to crank the bike after fueling the bike does not want to crank. It spins the engine for a long time before it cranks and then it runs so bad, missing etc., and dies out 2 or 3 times before I can travel. Then when I get to places I have to stop the bike engine dies out while coasting or taking off, leaving you in an intersection with no power. I asked the dealership tech in pensacola what caused that and he advised can-am hasn't figured out why that happens just yet.