2019 Can-Am Spyder RT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Spyder RT years
- Not enough data 9th of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Can-Am Spyder RT. That ranks 9th out of 19 Spyder RT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (3 complaints, 50%), typically at around 3,638 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 3 | 50% | 3,638 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 33% | 12,700 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | 275 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 17% | 400 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2019 Can-Am Spyder RT recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:manual transmission:internal:shaft:output
Problem: Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Can-Am Spyder F3 and RT motorcycles. The engine output shaft may fatigue and break, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: The output shaft will be replaced based on the mileage of the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2025. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
Power train:manual transmission
Problem: Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Can-Am Spyder F3 and RT motorcycles. The front sprocket may be defective and prematurely wear, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will perform an interim repair until parts become available. Once parts are available, the front sprocket will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. 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.
The contact owns a 2019 CAN-AM Spyder RT. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission failed to shift as intended. In addition, the contact stated that the gear shifter failed to shift into neutral. The contact stated that the motorcycle was taken to the dealer and…
The contact owns a 2019 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V352000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
Multiple failures of electronic parking brake release in which pressing release button results in the parking brake light flashing repeatedly (an error indicator) and parking brake does not release. Sometimes works again after turning cycle off and back on but this is second time that has not…
Emergency brake sometimes does not release and you have to disassemble it at the rear hub to release it.this happens when the vehicle is stopped. This problem has happened several times to me, i know of several other people also, different models and years
The electronic parking brake malfunctions and failed to either engage or disengage. Failure to engage prevents the vehicle from rolling after starting and in gear. Failure to engage allows the vehicle to roll after stopping, turning the engine off, and releasing the manual foot brake. In order to…
Other Can-Am Spyder RT years
← 2018 Spyder RT · 2020 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 | 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 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 2019 Can-Am Spyder RT?
Owners most often report service brakes, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2019 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 2019 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 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.