Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12V582000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V582000 by Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc.. Affecting model year 2008-2012 can-am spyder gs, rs, and rt series vehicles Includes 33,700 affected units, Fuel Tank Cap may not Seal Properly, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2008-2012 can-am spyder gs, rs, and rt series vehicles

Defect Summary

Bombardier recreational products inc. (brp) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 can-am spyder gs, rs, and rt series vehicles. the fuel cap may not fit onto the fuel tank filler neck, preventing it from sealing properly.

Corrective Action

Brp will notify owners and send them a replacement fuel cap, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin in mid-january 2013. owners may contact brp at 1-888-638-5397.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V582000

Manufacturer: Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2012-12-12T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel tank cap may not seal properly

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 33,700

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Bombardier recreational products inc. (brp) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 can-am spyder gs, rs, and rt series vehicles. the fuel cap may not fit onto the fuel tank filler neck, preventing it from sealing properly.

Consequence Summary: If the fuel cap does not seal properly, it may leak fuel vapors. fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and personal injury.

Corrective Action: Brp will notify owners and send them a replacement fuel cap, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin in mid-january 2013. owners may contact brp at 1-888-638-5397.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 73.54

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NHTSA ID: 12V582000

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