Red Dust of Death Recall???? Front Sprocket Recall - FINALLY....

[troop]

F3 would mean ALL F3 models, including yours.

Was at the dealer yesterday picking up some mirrors. Had service department run my VIN directly thru BRP. Nope - Not on the list (as of yet).

 

[Spyderman2018]

According to the vin check, my 2018 F3-S isn't on the list. Hmm....

 

[BCNewell]

2017 F3-S and 2015 F3-S not on list, as of now ...

 

[Dmetcalf]

Safety recall for 2015-2019 RT & F-3 front sprocket

https://can-am.brp.com/on-road/us/e...rocket-wear-potential-loss-of-propulsion.html

Anyone read about this safety recall ..?

 

[dmiles]

Just an FYI. My 2017 RTL still doesn't show as on the list, but my dealer says it definitely is.

 

[K80Shooter]

Just an FYI. My 2017 RTL still doesn't show as on the list, but my dealer says it definitely is.

I was just wondering about that. I ran a friends vin on a 2015 through the website and it is not on the list.

I guess I'll call a dealer for him and find out. Thanks

 

[Piratezz]

Overhere in The Netherlands, the biggest dealer, says, PATIENCE, it will all work out, they are ordering parts as we speak, give it some time, and it will all be sorted. The solution after the sprocket swap, is not yet defined biy BRP.

I think, they are going to provide some sort of sleeve, over the shaft, and a bigger bore sprocket/pulley, but that is just my humble opinion (assumption)

 

[mikthebik]

Just checked both the BRP and NHTSA VIN checkers for my 2015 F3S and show 0 recalls on both sites.. Replaced the front sprocket at 18.5K with some red dust showing
with the new white one.. Was curious to see if I was to be recalled.

 

[K80Shooter]

Just checked both the BRP and NHTSA VIN checkers for my 2015 F3S and show 0 recalls on both sites.. Replaced the front sprocket at 18.5K with some red dust showing
with the new white one.. Was curious to see if I was to be recalled.

See post #65, You may still want to call a dealer to confirm.

 

[luminavanman]

I was at the dealer the other day and he mentioned that there was a pending recall for the sprocket on my RT. Funny thing I was there with a driveline vibration on decel at highway speeds and he mentioned its probably a belt deflection issue. I think its kinda a coincidence that I have this issue and there is a pending recall for my Sunfire and no mention of we will have a look at it to be on the safe side. From my understanding RT belt vibrations are under load and not the other way round, so I wonder if I am ready to be left by the wayside waiting for a flatbed to BRP.

I just checked the front sprocket from underneath my RT and its not looking too hot. Its a sea of red dust

 

[dmiles]

I was at the dealer the other day and he mentioned that there was a pending recall for the sprocket on my RT. Funny thing I was there with a driveline vibration on decel at highway speeds and he mentioned its probably a belt deflection issue. I think its kinda a coincidence that I have this issue and there is a pending recall for my Sunfire and no mention of we will have a look at it to be on the safe side. From my understanding RT belt vibrations are under load and not the other way round, so I wonder if I am ready to be left by the wayside waiting for a flatbed to BRP.

I just checked the front sprocket from underneath my RT and its not looking too hot. Its a sea of red dust

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YIKES! :yikes: Good thing you are plugged in, and paying attention. It likely saved you from the flatbed! Well done!

 

[ulflyer]

Did the dealer not look at your sprocket? If that were mine, I'd want it pulled and checked.

 

[jcthorne]

Did the dealer not look at your sprocket? If that were mine, I'd want it pulled and checked.

That one is well beyond pull and check. Its ready for pull and replace.

 

[luminavanman]

Thanks, I will leave it parked until I can get the temp fix done or until the recall is completed. Its funny the factory that builds the SPYDERS is 300km from my home and yet they say they don't have any parts, go figure

 

[Sarge707]

Mine not on list but called Can Am girl at 1-715-848-4957 and my 2015 IS ON the list!!! I have the sprocket and bolt ready. Anyone still interested in a F3 my sm6 has 22,000 miles with lots of updates including ultimate seat?

 

[T.P.]

Its funny the factory that builds the SPYDERS is 300km from my home and yet they say they don't have any parts, go figure

cast into the side of the updated white sprocket, MADE IN THE USA

T.P.

 

[jcthorne]

Thanks, I will leave it parked until I can get the temp fix done or until the recall is completed. Its funny the factory that builds the SPYDERS is 300km from my home and yet they say they don't have any parts, go figure

Replacement sprockets and bolts are available in stock. The permanent fix for the recall will not be available until fall.

 

[AtomicEd]

I'm on the list. I think I may pull my LaMonster belt tensioner before taking it in for the checkout. My dealer and I don't have the best relationship and I don't want to give them an excuse to deny the safety recall work.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

I'm on the list. I think I may pull my LaMonster belt tensioner before taking it in for the checkout. My dealer and I don't have the best relationship and I don't want to give them an excuse to deny the safety recall work.

That's a good idea .... dealers will CLAIM anything NOT OEM will cause damage and then refuse Warranty claims. ..... even for things not remotely connected to the actual damage :gaah::banghead: ...... JMHO .... Mike :thumbup:

 

[oldguyinTX]

Well---BRP has had their head in the sand on this issue for far too long. Like the 2013 RT heat issue recall-which I had done on my 2013 RTL-they have done nothing until forced to do so by NHTSA. And of course by stalling for so long, there are no parts available now to fix the issue properly as required by NHTSA. I would be very surprised if they actually do have the parts available by August 30th, as they might be on a slow boat from China rather than coming from Canada. I don't know enough about the "interim" fix as to what it actually is to comment on it, but I do wonder how many of us will park their Spyders-myself included-until the proper fix is available rather than risk being stranded somewhere and have to get towed home, and then towed to the dealer who knows how many months later. I also doubt that BRP would reimburse anyone as a good faith gesture for the cost of said towing, or for the amount of time we are forced to wait without being able to ride our very expensive machines. This whole thing will really affect me personally, as I ride to work, and if I decide to park it, I am going to have to figure out an alternative means of transportation as we only have one car and cannot afford to - nor do we want to - buy another car in today's very expensive market. Just a rotten deal all around that IMHO just reinforces BRP's attitude towards us. Interesting that they have not commented on this thread, but not at all surprising.