2020 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
2 recalls, 6 complaints - 41 TSBs
23V175000 Mar 17, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
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, "Lam... Read more
Consequence
Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other motorists of the rider's intention and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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 ... Read more
20V186000 Mar 27, 2020
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect Description
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles. During emergency braking situations, the support which holds the brake mechanism could break, causing a total loss of braking ability.
Consequence
A loss of braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BRP will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2020. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222. BRP's number for this campaign is Bulletin 2020-5.
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
1 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| SEATS | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
POWER TRAIN
May 29, 2025
Incident date: Mar 17, 2023
Pulling out to an intersection my 2021 chevy Trailboss stopped going forward. All I had was reverse. Fortunately cars stopped and no one was injured. The truck was towed to a chevy dealership and was inspected and said that the transmission went out on it. The service manager told me that the "t... Read more
STEERING
Apr 27, 2023
Incident date: Feb 27, 2023
Brake system light failure. Some system lights came on. I had no breaks car didn’t stop fast enough before hitting a pole
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 8, 2022
Incident date: Aug 1, 2022
The Spyder brake switch started failing with less than 14K miles on the vehicle. The driver my wife, did not know it was failing, only an engine code VSS would appear and the vehicle would go into limp home mode, until it could be restarted. Checking online forms, there were several post about the ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Oct 18, 2020
Incident date: Oct 17, 2020
THE REAR AIRBACK SUSPENSION HAS BEEN BROKEN SINCE I PURCHASED THE MOTORCYCLE IN AUGUST 2020. A NEW SYSTEM HAS BEEN PUT IN BUT IT HAS ALSO FAILED. THIS MAKES THE MOTORCYCLE DANGEROUS TO RIDE. THE RIDE IS VERY HARD AND WHEN HITTING A BUMP, THE PASSENGER CAN FALL OFF.
1 injured
POWER TRAIN
Sep 18, 2020
Incident date: Aug 7, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 CAN-AM SPYDER RT MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHUTOFF WHILE RIDING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CC POWERSPORTS ? LOUISVILLE DEALER LOCATED AT 327 CENTRE DR, SHEPHERDSVILLE, KY 40165, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ... Read more
SEATS
Aug 20, 2020
Incident date: Jun 24, 2020
BACK REST BROKE FALL OFF ALL MOST LOST PASSENGER
Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
41 manufacturer communications from 26 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 2 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 220000 SEATS | 2 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
TST 134170
Mar 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine Oil Level reading Issue Impossible to read the oil level on the dipstick.
TST 134170
Mar 26, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Level reading Issue Impossible to read the oil level on the dipstick.
TST 140875 Rev
Mar 18, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revision of TST 140875 P0730 Active Fault Fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear sprocket or a different wheel size. The cluster will stop displaying the gear indication and check engine light came on (limp home
TST 140875 Rev
Mar 18, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revision of TST 140875 P0730 Active Fault Fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear sprocket or a different wheel size. The cluster will stop displaying the gear indication and check engine light came on (limp home
TST 140875
Jan 23, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Spyder P0730 Active Fault - This fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear sprocket or a different wheel size. The cluster will stop displaying the gear indication and check engine light came on (limp home condition) and th
TST 140654
Dec 6, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines.
TST 140654
Dec 6, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines.
TST 138444 Rev
Nov 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revision of TST 138444 : Rear saddle bag lever can be hard to pull to open the saddle bag due to water intrusion in the latch cables.
TST 138808
Jun 30, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Some top cases lock striker might not have adjusted properly and can be open even if locked.
TST 138823
Jun 28, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Possible inverted wires at the vehicle accessory port. Functionality issue with GPS support kit and the LED floorboard lights kit
Revision 2020-7
Apr 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revision of the bulletin 2020-7. First version was sent in December 2020. Accessory Port Power Supply Issue Possible Inverted Wires at Vehicle Connector. Vehicles equipped with GPS kit may experience inner battery charging issues. One of
Bulletin 2021-4
Apr 13, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Repair Procedure Revision- Brake Light Switch Adjustment Vehicle may indicate brake light switch failure, rear brake light stays ON or flashes intermittently.
TST138444
Feb 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Saddle Bags Hard to Open The rear saddle bag lever can be hard to pull and the lever can also break if too much force is needed.
Bulletin 2020-7
Dec 16, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
GPS Not Charging - Possible Inverted Wires at Vehicle Connector Vehicles equipped with GPS kit may experience inner battery charging issues. One of the probable cause is inverted wires at vehicle connector.
Bulletin 2020-7
Dec 16, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
GPS Not Charging - Possible Inverted Wires at Vehicle Connector Vehicles equipped with GPS kit may experience inner battery charging issues. One of the probable cause is inverted wires at vehicle connector.
Bulletin 2020-7
Dec 16, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
GPS Not Charging - Possible Inverted Wires at Vehicle Connector Vehicles equipped with GPS kit may experience inner battery charging issues. One of the probable cause is inverted wires at vehicle connector.
2020-7
Oct 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Spyder RT 219400967 Backrest Fitment Issues
2020-7
Oct 28, 2020
220000 SEATS
Spyder RT 219400967 Backrest Fitment Issues
Community Post
Sep 11, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
September Product Update : Noise reduction improved sprocket, Loose Mirrors, scotch grip.
Community Post
Sep 11, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
September Product Update : Noise reduction improved sprocket, Loose Mirrors, scotch grip.
Community Post
Sep 11, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
September Product Update : Noise reduction improved sprocket, Loose Mirrors, scotch grip.
Community Post
Sep 11, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
September Product Update : Noise reduction improved sprocket, Loose Mirrors, scotch grip.
Bulletin 2020-6
Jul 24, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Repair Procedure Revision- Brake Light Switch Adjustment
Bulletin 2020-6
Jul 24, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Repair Procedure Revision- Brake Light Switch Adjustment
Bulletin 2020-6
Jul 24, 2020
125100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Repair Procedure Revision- Brake Light Switch Adjustment
Community Post
Jul 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Noise issue
Community Post
Jul 21, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Noise issue
Community Post
Jul 21, 2020
105710 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CHAIN/BELT:SPROKETS/PULLEYS
Noise issue
TST 137879
Jul 15, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
LinQ rack knob might be too hard to turn for 219400973.
General Info
Jul 9, 2020
220000 SEATS
Fitment Issue with backrest. The issue prevents the backrest from being installed on the LinQ Rack
Bulletin 2020-3
Jul 8, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Inspection Procedure Revision- Testing the ACS System for Air Leaks
TST 137799
Jun 29, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Loose mirror and abnormal mirror vibration
2020-3 Revision1
Apr 27, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Warranty Bulletin Spyder RT- Abnormal Gaps Around the Rear Cargo Module Access Covers. Spyder RT manufactured until February 5th may show some fit and finish issues. The interference between access covers and frame prevent mounting holes al
2020-4 Revision1
Apr 27, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Warranty Bulletin Spyder RT- Abnormal Gaps Around the Rear Cargo Module Access Covers On some Spyder RT manufactured since February 6, abnormal gaps may be present between both rear cargo module access covers and adjacent body parts.
2020-5
Apr 1, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Safety Campaign- Can-Am Spyder RT-Emergency Braking Situation: Possible Sudden Loss of Brake. In emergency braking situations, the support which holds the brake mechanism could break and cause a total loss of braking capacity. This may incr
Bulletin 2020-4
Feb 18, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Spyder RT- Abnormal Gaps Around the Rear Cargo Module Access Covers On some Spyder RT manufactured since February 6, abnormal gaps may be present between both rear cargo module access covers and adjacent body parts.
Bulletin 2020-3
Feb 18, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Spyder RT- Abnormal Gaps Around the Rear Cargo Module Access Covers. Spyder RT manufactured until February 5th may show some fit and finish issues. The interference between access covers and frame prevent mounting holes alignment. This s
D-94530
Jul 14, 2015
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Electric parking brake not holding when applied.
D109338
Apr 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Trailer module may fail.
Article Radio 10
Oct 22, 2013
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
If a customer wants to change the radio pre-set channel number and is unable to do so, here is the reason this is happening.
PRE-02-27-2012
Feb 27, 2012
095200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:CLUTCH
Centrifungal clutch vibration.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, CAN-AM SPYDER RT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE14025
Opened: Aug 4, 2014 , Closed: May 22, 2015
Motorcycle Fires
This Preliminary Evaluation was opened after NHTSA became aware of two fires involving a MY 2011 and a MY 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT manufactured by Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP).Both occurred within days of each other in July, 2014.The first report (VOQ 10615679) involved a 2011 Spyder RT, conv... Read more
CAN-AM SPYDER RT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CAN-AM SPYDER RT across all model years (2010, 2023).
23
Total Recalls
402
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
21
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
CAN-AM SPYDER RT - Year by Year
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