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

[vondalyn]

both my husband and I have had to replace our front sprockets already, so I hope we're both "ok" until the permanent fix happens. I was kind of happy to see this -- at least that there may be a permanent fix in the works? Wonder what that is and how it differs from what has been done as the temp fix?

Edit: called the service manager and he said that the already done replacement work is good enough until they learn more about the permanent fix.

 

[azprince]

I have a 2015. I received a letter about this. I have no problem. My sprocket looks fine. Why a temporary fix?
We all know what the fix is, it has been covered extensively over many years.
They just need to find competent workers. You need to tell them to learn the correct assembly process.

 

[Sarge707]

Got my letter- Have had the sprocket and bolt for 3 years since this started and still fine at 23,000 miles .

 

[gkamer]

I got a safety recall noticed in the mail too. But I'm 3,000 miles and several weeks from home so I don't know what it says. But whatever short term/long term measures they have in mind I'm going to get them done.

 

[Little Blue]

Recall Notice

I received the Email from BRP yesterday (6/22/22).
I am going to wait until the real fix is available. The Dealer said that the parts should be available in September.

Enjoy your Ryde Time......:thumbup:

 

[IGETAROUND]

received my recall letter today. Leaving for a 4-5000 mile trip in the morning!!

Al in Kazoo

 

[Bartender]

Received my notice of recall in the mail today. It reads as if the temporary repair does not involve the replacement of the front sprocket but something else undisclosed and the permanent fix involves the replacement of the front sprocket with a new model yet to be produced. So long as my bike is staying functional, I think I would want to be later and not sooner in the replacement process just to be sure that the "new" sprocket really is ok and not yet another mistake. Interesting that the recall does not involve the 2020 and newer models. I could swear that there have been reports of sprocket failures on the new models also. I plan to wait and see.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Received my notice of recall in the mail today. It reads as if the temporary repair does not involve the replacement of the front sprocket but something else undisclosed and the permanent fix involves the replacement of the front sprocket with a new model yet to be produced. So long as my bike is staying functional, I think I would want to be later and not sooner in the replacement process just to be sure that the "new" sprocket really is ok and not yet another mistake. Interesting that the recall does not involve the 2020 and newer models. I could swear that there have been reports of sprocket failures on the new models also. I plan to wait and see.

I'll bet it is pulley removal, thorough cleaning, new correct Moly paste, and proper torquing of a new bolt ..... Mike :thumbup:

 

[Cleg]

In the for what it’s worth column, in a conversation with BRP rep on 6/22, I was told ALL 2015 - 2019 RT and F3s are affected by this recall. This was also confirmed by a call to a larger dealership in Northern NY and a local smaller dealer today. The BRP rep suggested I not ride because of the loss of propulsion issue caused by the issue of the recall. I have checked several times and no ‘magic red dust’ visible… BUT for sure I’ll keep checking!!!

 

[marty1096]

You do not have to be notified for your Spyder to be repaired in a manufacturers recall

Were YOU contacted?
If not your vehicle was NOT recalled.
Recalls REQUIRE they contact you. Looks more like YOU fond the recall.
If anything like a CAR they will NOT service your Spyder.

AJ

This is not true....you can call and see if you are affected; what if you'd had a change of address or the letter never came....RT' and F3's from 4/15/2014 to 4/15/2019 - BRP plans to notify owners of F3 and RT from 06/20 to 6/27/22 - you can also go to NHTSA.gov - click on RECALLS and THEN input your VIN and it will give you the recall number if you are affected.

NHTSA campaign #22V-352 Manufacturer recall # 2019-10

Any questions call BRP 1 888 272 9222 or consult
www.can-am.brp.com

 

[marty1096]

they used a different vendor for the sprockets....maybe

 

[marty1096]

Were YOU contacted?
If not your vehicle was NOT recalled.
Recalls REQUIRE they contact you. Looks more like YOU fond the recall.
If anything like a CAR they will NOT service your Spyder.

AJ

https://can-am.brp.com/on-road/us/e...ry.html?vin=2bxnbdd27gv001298&recallId=22V352

 

[PoconoDave]

Front Sprocket Recall

I have a 2015 RT Limited with a little over 14K miles. I haven't seen anything mentioned about what is actually the problem with the sprocket. Will it shear off/seize up? How about critical mileage when the problem starts or does it depend on riding style like high RPM's/trailer towing, etc.? I understand that some, not all, riders experience some noise or vibrations but other than that, no other warning? I contacted my dealer the day after I received my recall notice (June 22). They didn't know what the "interim fix" was going to be until June 30. My appointment is 3rd week of July. I'll follow up then. I plan on still riding with fingers crossed! Have a great summer!!

 

[EdMat]

I have a 2015 RT Limited with a little over 14K miles. I haven't seen anything mentioned about what is actually the problem with the sprocket. Will it shear off/seize up? How about critical mileage when the problem starts or does it depend on riding style like high RPM's/trailer towing, etc.? I understand that some, not all, riders experience some noise or vibrations but other than that, no other warning? I contacted my dealer the day after I received my recall notice (June 22). They didn't know what the "interim fix" was going to be until June 30. My appointment is 3rd week of July. I'll follow up then. I plan on still riding with fingers crossed! Have a great summer!!

Well documented on this site. Look at the front belt pully. Covered in red rust dust?......you have the problem. Easy check with a mirror if you don't want to pull tupperware.

 

[Spyderweber3]

Safety Recall for 2015 - 2019 RT + F3. Front pulley - red dust

Last weekend another spyder ryder told me that there's a recall on the front pulleys for 2015- 2019 RTS and the F3? Have any of you folks heard about this recall? He says parts are on backorder.

 

[Spyderweber3]

Stupid question......

How do you check for "red dust"? I would imaging that you have to take the left side panels off to take a good look at the sprocket itself?

 

[Peter Aawen]

Stupid question......

How do you check for "red dust"? I would imaging that you have to take the left side panels off to take a good look at the sprocket itself?

If you can get down low enough with a good torch, you can usually see the red dust by looking in from either the back of the bike along the outside of the belt; or from below the front pulley looking up. :thumbup:

When it gets bad, the red dust is pretty obvious! :lecturef_smilie:

Mind you, the Recall document suggests that BRP doesn't think there is any indicator of impending failure - it's just that everyone here who has reported a failure has discovered the red dust.... either before or on failure!

 

[adipaola]

I just called my dealer about this recall.
The service guy said the fix is pending, as in they can't do the recall service until further notice.
He also said to avoid riding it until they get to it, like maybe next December?
Sorry, that ain't happening

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

If you can get down low enough with a good torch, you can usually see the red dust by looking in from either the back of the bike along the outside of the belt; or from below the front pulley looking up. :thumbup:

When it gets bad, the red dust is pretty obvious! :lecturef_smilie:

Mind you, the Recall document suggests that BRP doesn't think there is any indicator of impending failure - it's just that everyone here who has reported a failure has discovered the red dust.... either before or on failure!

I can still LAY down however I just use a Hand mirror with an LED torch ( sic ) ..... None on my 14 RT w/ 67,000 plus miles .... Mike :thumbup:

 

[Wmoater]

I just called my dealer about this recall.
The service guy said the fix is pending, as in they can't do the recall service until further notice.
He also said to avoid riding it until they get to it, like maybe next December?
Sorry, that ain't happening

Your dealer is full of crap. Once the dust starts to appear you still have a long ways to go till it drastically shows. If it’s covered front and back and really evident then worry. As a side note there is not a single dealer that knows the exact fix. BRP hasn’t released it. It’s a service bulletin still for them with the recall stated. The temporary fix that was to be released at the end of June is not being released now. The recall will be released late august-October. As for parts don’t expect them anytime soon. I ordered a part last October 20th. It has been pushed back 6 times. The last was July 22. Now it’s October 12th. All new release dates on 2022 spyders that were to arrive July 12th or 22nd are now pending. The spyder line is done with production august 1st. The sled production was scheduled to start July 1st and is now pushed back to the 20th. These dates have already been released. So since the sprockets and most parts are made overseas don’t expect them in anytime soon. If it’s a true problem for you get a new sprocket put on, contact BRP for the refund. It states it black and white on the recall. Ride it, and don’t even worry about it unless there’s a lot of dust showing.