NHTSA Recall 17V318000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 94 vehicles. It affects 2017 Can-Am Spyder RT.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V318000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | May 12, 2017 |
| Owner notification | August 6, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2017 Can Am Spyder RT motorcycles. Due to a manufacturing error within the headlight assembly, the headlight may shine too high when on the low beam setting. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and associated Equipment."
Safety risk
If the headlight beam is too high, oncoming traffic may be blinded by the glare, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BRP will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective headlights, free of charge. The recall began June 8, 2017. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V318000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Can-Am Spyder RT | 2017 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.