2012 Can-Am Spyder RS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Spyder RS years
- Not enough data 4th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Can-Am Spyder RS. That ranks 4th out of 8 Spyder RS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 17%), typically at around 6,867 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Can-Am Spyder RS 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | 6,867 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 17% | 374 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 17% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 17% | 6,867 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 17% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 17% | 7,800 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Can-Am Spyder RS recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Problem: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder GS, RS, and RT series vehicles. The fuel cap may not fit onto the fuel tank filler neck, preventing it from sealing properly.
Risk: If the fuel cap does not seal properly, it may leak fuel vapors. Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and personal injury.
Fix: BRP will notify owners and send them a replacement fuel cap, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2013. Owners may contact BRP AT 1-888-638-5397.
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.
My 2012 spyder caught fire while riding it in west pembroke pines florida on a beautiful sunday afternoon at a traffic light i looked down to find flames coming up through the glove compartment cover and through the side panels thank god i was stopped and some people in cars helped me put it out…
Have a problem with my spyder rt motorcycle headlights not working. I bought the mc 2/2012. Have had the headlight relay replaced 4 times since 7/23/13. In april 2015, i was riding in the west virginia mountains at night and my head lights went out. This is very dangerous. The spyder dealer called…
I am filing a complaint regarding the ongoing heat problem with my 2012 rs-se5 and the lack of urgency with brp in assisting and fixing my motorcycle. I have provided written communication to brp since january of this year regarding the excessive heat problem since the purchase of this spyder in…
While driving at 45 to 50 mph with the display showing that the bike was in 4th gear, the transmission went into a neutral state where i could not shift up or down, could only drift to the side of the road. This happened on a 2 lane road, during a sand storm and my life and others on the road could…
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 can-am spider rs. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the limp home mode light illuminated. The vehicle then decelerated independently and failed to accelerate more than 10 mph. The failure had recurred two times previously. A dealer was notified and advised…
Other Can-Am Spyder RS years
← 2011 Spyder RS · 2013 Spyder RS →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Spyder RS | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Spyder RS | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 Spyder RS | 4 | 0 |
| 2012 | 6 | 1 |
| 2011 Spyder RS | 5 | 1 |
| 2010 Spyder RS | 8 | 3 |
| 2009 Spyder RS | 13 | 1 |
| 2008 Spyder RS | 37 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Can-Am Spyder RS?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Can-Am Spyder RS?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Can-Am Spyder RS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Spyder RS model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.