2008 Can-Am Spyder Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Spyder years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Can-Am Spyder. That ranks 2nd out of 4 Spyder model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,550 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Can-Am Spyder 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 100% | 1,550 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Can-Am Spyder recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering
Problem: Bombardier recreational is recalling 9,932 my 2008-2010 can-am spyder roadster gs motorcycles. A condition may exist where the operator of an involved vehicle may need to exert a force greater than expected to initiate the turning of the steering handlebar off center in order to correct vehicle drift from a straight line path. This higher than expected steering control input torque may cause a steering angle overshoot and an unexpected deviation of the vehicle from the operator's intended path.
Risk: If this occurs, it can lead to a temporary out of lane excursion of the vehicle which increases the possibility of a crash with other traffic and or a drive off the road.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace/repair the appropriate components free of charge. The recall began on july 17, 2009. Owners may contact bombardier recreational at 1-866-767-0707.
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.
While riding, the bike abruptly started decelerating , then it cut off. Then the DPS/VSS errors and limp mode showed.
Wanted one of these for a long time, found this one with 1520 miles on it. Just rode it home, 160 miles, and i was about killed. While driving on the interstate, the steering locked up and would not turn unless i exerted a lot of pressure and then it would "break loose" and dart another direction…
Other Can-Am Spyder years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 Spyder | 26 | 0 |
| 2010 Spyder | 2 | 1 |
| 2009 Spyder | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Can-Am Spyder?
Owners most often report steering, electrical system problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Can-Am Spyder?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Can-Am Spyder a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Spyder model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.