2020 Can-Am Ryker Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Ryker years
- Fewer complaints than other years 4th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Can-Am Ryker. That ranks 4th out of 7 Ryker model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (8 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 16owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 Can-Am Ryker problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 8 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 5 | 31% | 1,622 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 6% | 750 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2020 Can-Am Ryker recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (Bombardier) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Can-Am Ryker motorcycles. The impeller may swell, causing the high-pressure fuel pump to fail.
Risk: A fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2024. Owners may contact Bombardier customer service at 1-888-272-9222. Bombardier's number for this recall is Bulletin 2023-10.
Electrical system:wiring
Problem: Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Ryker motorcycles. The position light and flasher electrical harnesses in the front fenders may loosen and rub on the tire, leading to a short circuit and resulting in an engine stall while driving.
Risk: An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will secure the two harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Bombardier customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Problem: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (Bombardier) is recalling certain 2020 Can-Am Ryker motorcycles. The front wheels may have been improperly installed, possibly resulting in their separation from the motorcycle.
Risk: Improper installation can allow the front wheel to separate from the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bombardier will notify owners, and dealers will check the tightness of the front wheel and reinstall the red locking clip. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact Bombardier customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Problem: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Can-Am Ryker motorcycles. The wheel nuts may crack, causing the wheels to loosen.
Risk: Loose wheels may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BRP will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel nuts, free of charge. The recall began October 17, 2019. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Can Am is shutting down while operating on highway. Defective fuel pump Shut down multiple times and at times loss of power
The contact owns a 2020 Can-Am Ryker. The contact stated that while making left turns at approximately 25 MPH, the rear wheel vibrated abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage…
While riding the 2020 Can Am Ryker Rally, going into left turns the Ryker will stutter and shake the right front and rear wheel. Feels as tho it is applying the ABS. This only happens on left turns. No issue (yet) doing right turns. Noticed it not long after i purchased the bike back in 2021.
The bike seems to get shaky or even start to skid while taking turns which causes the bike to pull either towards on coming traffic or guardrails. Somebody is either going to get seriously hurt or possibly die as result of poor design. My bike currently does this when it wants to I have no warning…
I was driving on the interstate at 65 mph. I felt a bump and realized my right front wheel had fallen off and I was riding on the rotor. I applied brake lightly to come to a stop and noticed the only thing holding the rotor on was the brake pads. If I had not applied the brakes, the rotor would…
Other Can-Am Ryker years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ryker | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 Ryker | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 Ryker | 7 | 3 |
| 2022 Ryker | 33 | 4 |
| 2021 Ryker | 35 | 2 |
| 2020 | 16 | 4 |
| 2019 Ryker | 39 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Can-Am Ryker?
Owners most often report steering, wheels, service brakes problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 8 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Can-Am Ryker?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2020 Can-Am Ryker a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Ryker model years, the 2020 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.