Can-Am Ryker Problems by Year
Can-Am Ryker years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Ryker year: 2019, 2021, 2022. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 Ryker: 39 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2021 Ryker: 35 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2022 Ryker: 33 complaints, 4 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2026 Ryker: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2025 Ryker: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2023 Ryker: 7 complaints, 3 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 Ryker problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 59 | 6 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 27 | 5 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 6 | 1 |
| Wheels | 26 | 5 | 1 |
| Suspension | 22 | 5 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 4 | 1 |
| Engine | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 6 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Can-Am Ryker model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ryker | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2025 Ryker | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2023 Ryker | 7 | 3 | — | Steering | |
| 2022 Ryker | 33 | 4 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2021 Ryker | 35 | 2 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 Ryker | 16 | 4 | — | Steering | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2019 Ryker | 39 | 3 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Can-Am Ryker years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2019 (39), 2021 (35), 2022 (33) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Ryker year. 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 Ryker?
Steering, with 59 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Can-Am Ryker have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.