2013 RT Elevated Temperature in Engine Compartment - Safety Campaign

[jetmech]

Steve,
can you provide how much temperature drop your team measured on you test vehicle(s)?
Does BRP have enough parts to all the RTs affected?

Thanks
Jetmech

Hi everyone,

The Safety Campaign for the 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT is now underway. If you are the owner of a 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT, regardless of country of operation, then it is subject to the safety recall.

The repair consists of a combination of multiple updates, including but not limited to a reworking of the vehicle's fuel system as well as improved, modified body panels.

BRP has requested that your dealer contact you, and we have also sent a letter to all known registered owners. However, we ask that you do not wait and call your dealer to schedule an appointment for this procedure.

In the meantime, you can keep using your Can-Am Spyder RT while taking the following precautions in hot riding conditions (ambient temperature of approximately 30 C/85 F and more):

• Avoid idling or slow traffic riding for a long period of time.
• Avoid parking in an enclosed area immediately after your ride; let your vehicle cool down first.
• Avoid prolonged direct contact with body panels; wear appropriate riding gear as stated in the Operator’s Guide.

For any other questions related to this campaign, please post them here.

[sduskin]

I would prefer this to the funky clear wind deflectors, even though I dont need it on my '14.

Can you say FARKLE??

[Bob Denman]

...Get the chrome ones!

[Huddleston]

Hi Larry rt,
If you're referring to the BRP Fixed upper wind deflector or BRP Adjustable side wind deflector, you will be credited for the current retail price of these items after they are removed and the recall has been performed on your Spyder. Your dealer will manage reimbursements for these items for use as credit for parts, accessories or maintenance services.

I have already spent the money to add the Vertika vents to my RTS SE5. It does keep the Spyder cooler while riding at highway speeds, but does nothing for slow speed in hot weather. What else is being done to address the issue, such as a reversing fan? Are the vents going to be painted to match the Spyder's color?

[ARtraveler]

Glad to see the party is up and running, and before the time that a few predicted.

A lot of logistics involved, and it seems that the public will have its part in educating some of the dealers to make the project run smooth.

Thank you for fielding several questions that were asked by specific owners concerning the recall.

[R&L Limted]

...Get the chrome ones!
Agree Bob,this is what we have ,& do not want to loose them, in this mod. way to hot in TN. without!

[cuznjohn]

...Get the chrome ones!

bob where did you get the chrome vent covers at

[R&L Limted]

Have we lost contact with Steve from BRP?

[Bob Denman]

bob where did you get the chrome vent covers at

That's just an OEM Accessory piece, that you can get right from your dealer...
The Part Number is: 219400413

[finless]

bob where did you get the chrome vent covers at

They are a standard upgrade from BRP. They are the adjustable vents. You can get them in a clearish plastic or Chrome.

Bob

[ekfraz]

what is going to keep the heat from getting my right foot,leg and thigh area? will the values of the Spyders return to what they should be?

[Bob Denman]

What should it be?
The market decides that...

[daviszoo1]

Hello Steve, thank you for your information on the 2013 Spyder RT's. Question; is there any loyalty rebate on trading our 2013 RT Limited on a 2015 RT Limited?
Also would there be any consideration on what we had done on our part to help with the heat issue; (wrap the pipes & adding insulation). Thanks in advance for your reply.

[BRPcare]

Does BRP have enough parts to all the RTs affected?

Hi jetmech,

Yes, as mentioned earlier the required parts are already available and will be shipping to dealers upon request.

[ekfraz]

I think they need some type of block off for the rt. side and a vent on the bottom of the Spyder, I understand that the market has the 2013 depreciated much lower than they should be because of the problems, the dealers will not make a good deal if you are trading a 2013 RT in for a newer model.

[Chupaca]

Now the final phase..Joe public..!! I think those that hung in there will be pleased...

[BRPcare]

Also would there be any consideration on what we had done on our part to help with the heat issue; (wrap the pipes & adding insulation). Thanks in advance for your reply.

Hi daviszoo1,

Yes. Please keep all receipts related to any work performed on your Spyder RT done with the intent of addressing high levels of heat in the engine compartment. When you visit your dealer to have the recall work performed, your dealer will notify us and be made aware of the procedure to follow, if any, to have this addressed. Note that only modifications performed with the specific intent of addressing high levels of heat in the engine compartment will be considered for compensation.

[taxmyzer]

Hi daviszoo1,

Yes. Please keep all receipts related to any work performed on your Spyder RT done with the intent of addressing high levels of heat in the engine compartment. When you visit your dealer to have the recall work performed, your dealer will notify us and be made aware of the procedure to follow, if any, to have this addressed. Note that only modifications performed with the specific intent of addressing high levels of heat in the engine compartment will be considered for compensation.

Examples:

Wrapping pipes
cat-bypass
heat coating
virtika scoops
additional heat shielding

Does this include labor?

[Spyder 42]

Post them in hers... Somebody will find a good use for them!

yes, please do.

[finless]

Same here. The full instructions will be in the repair kits. A copy will get posted here soon enough. I will if we are the first to see them. Appointment scheduled for next week, parts are due in by June 2.

And here you go.... That did not take long

Robmorg got it somehow.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...all-WB-2013-10

Bob

[MouthPiece]

Thanks, Steve, for keeping egg off my facing and posting during the month of May. Secondly, it looks like even though BRP has kept its word, there are those who still choose to grumble.

Chris

[finless]

I am going to go out on a limb here about the scoops as I have had my Spyder apart many times and looked at this area for a DIY.

The stock openings these vents feed is paneled off inside to the full internal engine area (they seem to be there to let heat from the radiator go up and out when your not moving).

My bet is just adding the scoops is not all they are doing. I think there is also going to be panel mods inside to direct the air from these scoops the back of the engine area.

Steve, care to elaborate? We are curious

Bob

As I suspected! Per the PDF just posted the acoustic panels are being tossed! So to make the scoops do the job they are changing how the air flows internally!

Also looks like a complete redo of the Evap system!


Bob

[cuznjohn]

that sure looks like a lot of work for the 4 hrs. steve said it might take to do

[finless]

Will be interesting to see what people think of the noise levels with the acoustic panels removed. They are not being replaced with anything.

I might try it on my 2011 RTS. Removing these will give more air from the top vents to the back of the engine compartment!

Might help some other year models that complain of heat at the seat. I don't have an issue but might just try it anyway.

The scoops are cool.... I want a set

Bob

[jetmech]

Thanks Steve, I spoke to my dealer service department today. They said they would order the parts for the fix. Can you please share data on how much temperature decrease BRP realized with these fixes, at low a d high speed and at what ambient temperatures the fixes were tested at please?

Hi jetmech,

Yes, as mentioned earlier the required parts are already available and will be shipping to dealers upon request.