Can-Am Ryker problems & recalls

Problem: Bombardier recreational products, inc. (bombardier) is recalling certain 2019-2023 can-am ryker motorcycles. the impeller may swell, causing the high-pressure fuel pump to fail.

Risk: A fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed february 27, 2024. owners may contact bombardier customer service at 1-888-272-9222. bombardier's number for this recall is bulletin 2023-10.

Problem: Bombardier recreational products, inc. (brp) is recalling certain 2020-2023 spyder rt and 2022-2023 ryker motorcycles. the brake lights may stay illuminated even if the brake pedal is not pressed. as such, these motorcycles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk: Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other motorists of the rider's intention and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Depending on the model, dealers will replace the brake light switch, adjust the brake light switch, and/or add a spring to the brake light switch, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed march 17, 2023. owners may contact brp customer service at 1-888-272-9222. brp's number for this recall is 2023-6.

Problem: Bombardier recreational products (brp) is recalling certain 2019-2023 ryker motorcycles. the position light and flasher electrical harnesses in the front fenders may loosen and rub on the tire, leading to a short circuit and resulting in an engine stall while driving.

Risk: An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will secure the two harnesses, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed december 9, 2022. owners may contact bombardier customer service at 1-888-272-9222.

Problem: Bombardier recreational products inc. (brp) is recalling certain 2022 can-am ryker motorcycles. the handlebar stem bolt may break unexpectedly due to insufficient thread length.

Risk: A broken handlebar stem bolt can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the remedy is complete. dealers will clean the threads of the steering column and install a new steering stem bolt, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed july 14, 2022. owners may contact brp customer service at 1-888-272-9222. brp's number for this recall is 2022-16.

Problem: Bombardier recreational products inc. (bombardier) is recalling certain 2020 can-am ryker motorcycles. the front wheels may have been improperly installed, possibly resulting in their separation from the motorcycle.

Risk: Improper installation can allow the front wheel to separate from the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bombardier will notify owners, and dealers will check the tightness of the front wheel and reinstall the red locking clip. the recall began november 6, 2020. owners may contact bombardier customer service at 1-888-272-9222.

Problem: Bombardier recreational products inc. (brp) is recalling certain 2019-2020 can-am ryker motorcycles. the wheel nuts may crack, causing the wheels to loosen.

Risk: Loose wheels may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Brp will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel nuts, free of charge. the recall began october 17, 2019. owners may contact brp customer service at 1-888-272-9222.