Foundation components: master cylinderRecall 13V-386 · Can-Am vehicles
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. recall 13V-386 covers 8,191 Can-Am vehicles for a foundation components: master cylinder problem, reported to NHTSA on August 28, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V386000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT series and ST series motorcycles. The tandem brake master cylinder manifold inlet may melt allowing the brake fluid to leak out.
The risk
Brake fluid may leak onto a heat source, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
BRP will notify owners and dealers will install heat shields and a heat deflector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early September 2013. Owners may contact BRP at 1-888-638-5397.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.