Can-Am Spyder RS Problems by Year
Can-Am Spyder RS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Spyder RS year: 2008, 2009. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 Spyder RS: 37 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2009 Spyder RS: 13 complaints, 1 recall
- 2010 Spyder RS: 8 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2014 Spyder RS: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2016 Spyder RS: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2013 Spyder RS: 4 complaints, 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 Spyder RS problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 37 | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 7 | 5 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Can-Am Spyder RS model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Spyder RS | 1 | 0 | — | Electronic Stability Control (esc) | |
| 2014 Spyder RS | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2013 Spyder RS | 4 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2012 Spyder RS | 6 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2011 Spyder RS | 5 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2010 Spyder RS | 8 | 3 | — | Steering | |
| 2009 Spyder RS | 13 | 1 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2008 Spyder RS | 37 | 0 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Can-Am Spyder RS years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2008 (37), 2009 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Spyder RS 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 Spyder RS?
Steering, with 37 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Can-Am Spyder RS have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.