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
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. 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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