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SevereNHTSA·20V186000·Announced 2020-03-27

Can-Am Recalls 2020 Spyder RT Motorcycles Due to Brake Failure Risk

Bombardier is recalling 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles because a brake support could break during emergency braking, causing total loss of braking ability.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that could cause a total loss of braking ability, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles. The recall addresses a defect in the service brakes, specifically the hydraulic pedals and linkages. During emergency braking situations, the support that holds the brake mechanism could break, resulting in a total loss of braking ability.

A loss of braking ability can increase the risk of a crash. The recall covers 1,424 vehicles manufactured in 2020.

BRP will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement bracket free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2020. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. BRP's campaign number for this recall is Bulletin 2020-5.

The recalled product

Product
CAN-AM SPYDER RT
Brand
CAN-AM
Manufacturer
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
1,424

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • SPYDER RT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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