Can-Am Roadster – Fuel Cap Replacement

[ShawnFZR]

A new Safety Bulletin (2012-13) was posted this morning for all 2008~2012 Spyder GS, RS & RT SM5 & SE5 models.

From BRP's Bulletin:

What is the potential problem?
The fuel cap may not seal properly the fuel tank filler neck. Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition
source could result in a fire.

Which models are involved?
Can-Am Roadster model year 2008 to 2012.

What will BRP do?
For dealers: BRP is publishing a Safety Campaign bulletin giving the procedure to replace the fuel cap
with an improved version.
For customers: Starting in January and over the following 4 to 8 weeks, BRP will be sending to all
known registered owners a Safety Recall package that will include a letter and an improved fuel cap for
them to install. Please note that the shipping will be prioritized according to seasonality. A postage free
return card will also be included in the Safety Recall package for customers that no longer own the
vehicle or if the owner's information in the notice is incorrect.

Have any questions? Contact me

Have a wonderful weekend!

[duneside]

A new Safety Bulletin (2012-13) was posted this morning for all 2008~2012 Spyder GS, RS & RT SM5 & SE5 models.

From BRP's Bulletin:

What is the potential problem?
The fuel cap may not seal properly the fuel tank filler neck. Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition
source could result in a fire.

Which models are involved?
Can-Am Roadster model year 2008 to 2012.

What will BRP do?
For dealers: BRP is publishing a Safety Campaign bulletin giving the procedure to replace the fuel cap
with an improved version.
For customers: Starting in January and over the following 4 to 8 weeks, BRP will be sending to all
known registered owners a Safety Recall package that will include a letter and an improved fuel cap for
them to install. Please note that the shipping will be prioritized according to seasonality. A postage free
return card will also be included in the Safety Recall package for customers that no longer own the
vehicle or if the owner's information in the notice is incorrect.

Have any questions? Contact me

Have a wonderful weekend!

Thank You!

[Bob Denman]

Hi Shawn!
Is there any way that you can confirm (or disprove) the possibility of using the fuel cap from the Can Am Comander as a replacement? We have heard that it is more robust and seals better.
Thanks!

[gypsy_100]

Thanks Shawn. Your help and bulletins are always appreciated!

[jerpinoy]

This is great and good a reason why I tune in all the time.Best people are always here. Thank you so much. Merry Christmas and Happy Spyding to you.

[Lamonster]

Hi Shawn!
Is there any way that you can confirm (or disprove) the possibility of using the fuel cap from the Can Am Comander as a replacement? We have heard that it is more robust and seals better.
Thanks!

I've heard that the Commander gas cap is better too but at this point, the recommendation from BRP is very clear and simple. You will need to install the new and improved fuel cap that will be mailed to you and discard any other caps you might have on your unit or kept in your garage.




The new fuel cap new will be easy to distinguish from the color of the seal and the size of the handle.






The solution from BRP in this safety recall is the only solution to consider. Dealers will be asked to change the caps on the unsold units for the same cap that will be shipped to customers.

[ThreeWheels]

My original gas cap failed after the first few weeks I owned the RT.

I was away on a trip to the Dragon at the time. I bought a replacement at Wal-Mart and I've been happy since.

[Marker]

Thanks for the info, very much appreciated

[btcherm]

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[eddieshep999]

Found this link on the Official Canada/USA BRP Can-Am website to identify the Fuel Cap

http://spyder.brp.com/DownloadFile.a...5-a12e00f69937

Hope this helps


Eddie Sheppard
Reading UK

[Fusionfool]

A new Safety Bulletin (2012-13) was posted this morning for all 2008~2012 Spyder GS, RS & RT SM5 & SE5 models.

From BRP's Bulletin:

What is the potential problem?
The fuel cap may not seal properly the fuel tank filler neck. Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition
source could result in a fire.

Which models are involved?
Can-Am Roadster model year 2008 to 2012.

What will BRP do?
For dealers: BRP is publishing a Safety Campaign bulletin giving the procedure to replace the fuel cap
with an improved version.
For customers: Starting in January and over the following 4 to 8 weeks, BRP will be sending to all
known registered owners a Safety Recall package that will include a letter and an improved fuel cap for
them to install. Please note that the shipping will be prioritized according to seasonality. A postage free
return card will also be included in the Safety Recall package for customers that no longer own the
vehicle or if the owner's information in the notice is incorrect.

Have any questions? Contact me

Have a wonderful weekend!

And this is an example of why I love this site and visit daily. I went to the BRP site and it had no explanation / information that there was a packet being sent out. Just stated that you were to take the cap in this box and place it on the Spyder and discard the old one. I was looking all over the screen trying to find the box. Even if I had found it, I was not sure how I was going to reach in the monitor to pull it out.
Why wouldn't they just put the same paragraph Shawn did here stating they were mailing them out, and the dates
Thank you Shawn for keeping us up to date on these things. Also Thank you Lamonster for the best Spyder Web. Maybe BRP should just shut down their website and redirect to here.

[eddieshep999]

Found this link on the Official Canada/USA BRP Can-Am website to identify the Fuel Cap

http://spyder.brp.com/DownloadFile.a...5-a12e00f69937

Hope this helps


Eddie Sheppard
Reading UK

Its not only Canada/USA - Must be some European ones

Just checked mine and Yes I have the Old Type - See Photos

SAM_0386 (640x480).jpgSAM_0385 (640x480).jpgSAM_0384 (640x480).jpgSAM_0383 (640x480).jpg

Have contacted my dealer for Replacement

{NOTE} - BRP Official UK Still has not posted any details ref this recall on their website

[d.o.spyder-rts]

Looks like I got the old cap also. No red seal and doesn't measure 3-1/4" Dale

[Bob Denman]

I like the new design; it'll be easier to grab with a gloved hand!

[Sarge707]

I have the Old Cap-70 Miles today in 38 Degrees on the RT. How do you know if it fails??
My mileage isn,t Great but its Cold Air and I have a Heavy Throttle Hand!

[GeoffCee]

I have the Old Cap-70 Miles today in 38 Degrees on the RT. How do you know if it fails??

If you are very unlucky your underwear will begin to feel hot and there will be a Bar-B-Q smell!

[Bob Denman]

And people will start flashing their lights at you...
An then those pesky fire trucks and their sirens will show up!

[1551retired]

I'm in Florida for the winter and have my mail forwarded via USPS temporary address change. All my first class mail is forwarded. I'm wondering if BRP will be sending both the notice and cap out via USPS first class mail?

[asp125]

So when is this recall active? I just spoke to my dealer (US) and they claim no knowledge of it. Unless I get a letter from BRP or the factory calls them to say there is a recall on the effected units, said dealer says it will be out of my own pocket.

[Motorcycledave]

does anyone know what they do about those who bought their unit USED ?
or does that just mean go to the local dealer if any ?
Dave

[Bob Denman]

It always seems that the dealer is the last to know...
Print yourself up a copy of the bulletin and fax it to them!
And if you're not leaking (Yet!), just sit by and wait patiently!

[billybovine]

does anyone know what they do about those who bought their unit USED ?
or does that just mean go to the local dealer if any ?
Dave

After you buy a Spyder used, visit a dealer and register with BRP as the new owner. Any warranty remaining (Standard and extended optional) is transferred to you. BRP will issue you a new warranty card giving you all the extras that came with Spyder (example Roadside Assistance). You will also get all the recall notices as the registered owner.

[eddieshep999]

Its not only Canada/USA - Must be some European ones

Just checked mine and Yes I have the Old Type - See Photos

SAM_0386 (640x480).jpgSAM_0385 (640x480).jpgSAM_0384 (640x480).jpgSAM_0383 (640x480).jpg

Have contacted my dealer for Replacement

{NOTE} - BRP Official UK Still has not posted any details ref this recall on their website

UPDATE

I e mailed both the Canada/USA & UK Official offices in order to get a replacement Fuel Cap
this has been the response so far -

Sir

Can you arrange a replacement Fuel Cap as stated in the BRP Recall safety notice

I have a Spyder RT-S SE5 2010 Model Reg RT10 SPY

Please see email response from my dealer

{Note} - I have sent this to the UK BRP Official website and the Canada/USA BRP Official website, As I don't get a response from the UK Website

I want to get my Old Fuel Cap replaced as soon as possible due to my personal safety and I don't want my Spyder to suffer from a Fire

Thanks

Eddie Sheppard
21, Caistor Close
Beansheaf Farm Est
Calcot
Reading UK
RG31 7AY
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Mr. Sheppard,

Thank you for your e-mail and inquiry.

Unfortunately, the recall for the fuel cap in the UK is being managed by BRP International through its UK Office and we cannot assist in responding positively to your request to send you a fuel cap. It is possible that the UK Offices are closed for the Holidays. We will send your e-mail to a colleague in the BRP International Office to follow-up on.

I trust that you understand our possition and respect that your situation will be resolved by the appropriate BRP office.

BRP North America Team

[Bob Denman]

Eddie,
Look on the bright side; if it isn't leaking yet, you're still good to go!

[GeoffCee]

Eddie,
Look on the bright side; if it isn't leaking yet, you're still good to go!

This is exactly the attitude that pioneers used in your country to overcome all manner of difficulties including fierce hostiles and all kinds of animals who were busy getting a liking for the flesh of settlers. (Never mind that crappy wheel bearing on your covered wagon, it hasn't failed yet so you're good to go!)

But time has moved on and in the UK we have been introduced to Health and Safety, the philosophy of which is to pre-empt all manner of disastrous situations with suitable remedies ahead of time. It's a bloody nuisance I know but we are obliged to await a filler cap which doesn't endanger life and limb. Our pioneer spirit is long dead. Shame on us!