2012 Can-Am Spyder RT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Spyder RT years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Can-Am Spyder RT. That ranks 2nd out of 19 Spyder RT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (22 complaints, 54%), typically at around 753 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 41owner 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 RT 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 22 | 54% | 753 | — | — |
| Engine | 8 | 20% | 700 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 17% | 2,852 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 10% | 45 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 10% | 600 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 10% | 500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 7% | 5,748 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 7% | 500 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 5% | 5,348 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 5% | 3,425 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 2% | 6,400 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Can-Am Spyder RT 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.
Upon cruising down the highway about 60 MPH,my powered windshield support arm broke and the windshield fell back toward me in between the handle bars. Upon inspection,arm broke in half leaving the windshield unsupported. Our safety was put at risk because windshield was laying flat instead of…
Smell fuel vapors.
I have a 2012 can am spyder rt limited with extreme heat on my right foot and around the seat. Also have overwhelming gasoline fumes after parking the bike. Making it unusable and no fun and dangerous to ride. Purchased july 14 2017. 7,200 miles. Had contact several times with local dealer…
Dynamic power steering failure at 5,900 miles. No power steering at slow speeds.
On 7/11/2019 my 2012 canam rt se5 started throwing out vss fault code, i took it home and contacted my local canam service company. They asked me to bring it in which i did the next day. Enroute to the shop it began showing abs limp home mode but was not in limp home mode. Once connected to the…
Other Can-Am Spyder RT years
← 2011 Spyder RT · 2013 Spyder RT →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Spyder RT | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Spyder RT | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 Spyder RT | 5 | 1 |
| 2023 Spyder RT | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Spyder RT | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Spyder RT | 6 | 1 |
| 2020 Spyder RT | 6 | 2 |
| 2019 Spyder RT | 6 | 2 |
| 2018 Spyder RT | 12 | 2 |
| 2017 Spyder RT | 7 | 3 |
| 2016 Spyder RT | 9 | 1 |
| 2015 Spyder RT | 4 | 1 |
| 2014 Spyder RT | 13 | 0 |
| 2013 Spyder RT | 102 | 2 |
| 2012 | 41 | 1 |
| 2011 Spyder RT | 29 | 2 |
| 2010 Spyder RT | 24 | 4 |
| 2009 Spyder RT | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 Spyder RT | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Can-Am Spyder RT?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 22 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Can-Am Spyder RT?
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 RT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Spyder RT model years, the 2012 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.