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Can-AM Spyder GS Recall 12V581: Fuel System, Gasoline

NHTSA campaign 12V581, reported December 12, 2012, 9,600 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 12V581Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Problem
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Can-Am Spyder GS and model year 2010 Can-AM Spyder RS vehicles. Fuel vapors may exit the fuel vapor canister vent hose in the enclosed engine compartment.
Risk
Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and personal injury.
Remedy
BRP will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vapor canister vent hose and replace and re-route it, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 26, 2012. Owners may contact BRP AT 1-888-638-5397.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Can-AM Spyder GS20082009
Can-AM Spyder RS2010