Vehicle Make / Model:



Model Year(s):

CAN-AM / SPYDER GS 2008-2009
CAN-AM / SPYDER RS 2010

Manufacturer: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.

Report Receipt Date: DEC 12, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V581000

NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected: 9,600

Summary:
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Can-Am Spyder GS and model year 2010 Can-AM Spyder RS vehicles. Fuel vapors may exit the fuel vapor canister vent hose in the enclosed engine compartment.

Consequence:
Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and personal injury.

Remedy:
BRP will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vapor canister vent hose and replace and re-route it, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in early January 2013. Owners may contact BRP AT 1-888-638-5397.



Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov