The 2017 Can-Am Spyder RT has 3 recalls, the most serious involving two drivetrain faults that can each cause a sudden loss of drive power: a front sprocket that can wear out prematurely and an engine output shaft that can fatigue and break.
Both drivetrain issues leave the rider without power to the wheels, raising the risk of a crash. There is also a lighting concern: a manufacturing error in the headlight assembly can cause the low beam to aim too high, potentially blinding oncoming drivers and increasing the risk of a collision.
At a glance
What can fail
The engine output shaft can wear and crack over time, causing you to lose power to the wheels.
What the fix does
The output shaft will be replaced. The replacement is based on your motorcycle's mileage.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front sprocket may be defective and wear prematurely, causing loss of drive power to the motorcycle.
What the fix does
Dealers will perform an interim repair now. Once parts arrive, the front sprocket will be replaced at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A manufacturing error in the headlight assembly causes the low beam to aim too high, failing to meet federal lighting standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the defective headlights at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
