2013 Can-Am Spyder RT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Spyder RT years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 102 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT. That is the most of any Spyder RT model year in the database (19 years). The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (58 complaints, 57%), typically at around 975 miles. Complaints mention 4 fires, 16 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 102owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 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 problems | 58 | 57% | 975 | “gas cap” (28%) | — |
| Engine | 42 | 41% | 1,250 | — | — |
| Structure | 20 | 20% | 2,014 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 12% | 1,800 | — | — |
| Seats | 9 | 9% | 450 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 9% | 850 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 7% | 1,640 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | 5% | 4,588 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 4% | 1,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 3% | 500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 3% | 7,900 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | 100 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | 8,666 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | 3,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Can-Am Spyder RT recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine
Problem: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling all model year 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles. Prolonged idling or slow speed riding in warmer temperatures may result very high temperatures in the engine compartment.
Risk: Very high temperatures in the engine compartment may increase the risk of skin burns or a vehicle fire.
Fix: BRP has notified owners. Dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Problem: Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT series and ST series motorcycles. The tandem brake master cylinder manifold inlet may melt allowing the brake fluid to leak out.
Risk: Brake fluid may leak onto a heat source, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: BRP will notify owners and dealers will install heat shields and a heat deflector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early September 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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Motorcycle Fires (PE14025) — opened Aug 4, 2014, closed May 22, 2015, led to recall 15V095000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Excess heat has melted the brake line twice, master cyl. Melted, braks get soft and inhibit stopping power, electrical wiringis degrading from excess heat, gas tanl get so hot the gas starts to boil, panels are melting and warping from excess heat. The unit has been declared un safe to ride. Brp…
Can"t stop an oil leak. Afraid it might get hot and catch on fire!!! *dt
While riding on the highway in motion, during a clear day on july 16 2016. The subject vehicle suffered a blown rear tire leaving a large center strip of blended steel and rubber shaped as a wide belt that extended past the rear of the bike. See the multiple photos attached in (exhibit p). While…
See the attach nhtsa_complaint.pdf the vehicle was in motion. Can am spyder serial/vin # [xxx], model # 000b9dc00. I have put that i was going 75 miles per hour, not sure of the number as this is a bike. My goal is to keep up with traffic. However the speed limit on the highway is 75 mph…
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 can-am spyder rt. While driving 70 mph, a brake warning light illuminated and the vehicle required a longer distance to stop. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and noticed brake fluid leaking beneath the vehicle. Fumes of smoke were seen beneath…
Other Can-Am Spyder RT years
← 2012 Spyder RT · 2014 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 | 102 | 2 |
| 2012 Spyder RT | 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 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, engine, structure problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 58 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 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 2013 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.