Can-Am Defender Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 0 safety recalls on file for the Can-Am Defender, across 1 model years (2016–2016). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electronic stability control (esc).
Can-Am Defender years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Defender model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 Defender: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Can-Am Defender problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Can-Am Defender model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Defender | 1 | 0 | — | Electronic Stability Control (esc) |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Can-Am Defender years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Can-Am Defender?
Electronic Stability Control (esc), with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Can-Am Defender have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.