Can-Am Outlander Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 14, 2017 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Can-Am Outlander, across 3 model years (2007–2015). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2011, with 2 complaints
2007: 1200712011: 2201122015: 120151

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Can-Am Outlander years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Outlander model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2011 Outlander: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2015 Outlander: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  3. 2007 Outlander: 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 Outlander problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Engine110
Exterior Lighting110
Fuel/propulsion System110
Steering110

All Can-Am Outlander model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2015 Outlander10—Electrical System
2011 Outlander20—Exterior Lighting
2007 Outlander10—Fuel/propulsion System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Can-Am Outlander years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (2), 2015 (1), 2007 (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 Outlander?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Can-Am Outlander have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.