Recall Notice:

The connector on the key switch harness  may not be locked and the ignition switch harness may be routed too tight.  In some situations, the connector may unplug.

Consequence: If this occurs, the motorcycle may stall without warning and could potentially cause a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Bombardier  Recreational Products, Inc. (BRP) will notify Can Am Spyder owners that are affected by the Recall Notice that authorized dealers will inspect the Model Year 2010 Can Am Roadster Spyder RT SM5 AND SE5 Motorcycles manufactured between October 13 and October 30, 2009 to ensure that the connector is locked and that the ignition switch harness is not routed to tight and correct the harness free of charge.  The safety recall is expected to begin on or about December 18, 2009.

Owners may contact Bombardier  Recreational Products, Inc. (BRP) at 1-888-638-5397 or 1-819-566-3366.

Additionally, Owners of the affected 2010 Can Am Roadster Spyder RT SE 5 and 2010 Can Am Roadster Spyder RT SM 5 may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153).

Manufacturer: Bombardier  Recreational Products, Inc. (BRP)
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V473000
NHTSA Action Number: PE09052