AI DamageCAN-AM Spyder RT: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the CAN-AM Spyder RT across 11 model years: 0 owner complaints and 61 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Parking brake | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What to check before buying
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Various different connectivity and functionality symptoms with the 10.25 in Cluster
- Under some circonstances it is possible to hear a chirping noise coming from the right side of the engine…
- The rear cargo module is not aligned with the rear wheel, the rear fender may look uncentered
- The paint adhesion on the RH front fairing of the Spyder RT is insufficient
- On some specific units the steering angle sensor was not properly learned from factory
- Spyder seat and top case shock retrofit There is complaints that the seat and top case shocks are too weak…
- The MY24 Spyder RT and F3 T/LTD rear fender does not allow the installation of the backup camera kit…
- Spyder RT Driveline Noise Some Spyder RT may have some driveline noise coming from the drive belt
- Some units have the dynamic power steering (DPS) not assisting due to a software issue
- The front sprocket might be stuck on the mainshaft upon disassembly
- Reverse engagement may not be possible due to an internal soldering problem that may cause premature…
- On some MY24 the Reverse Gear fails to engage when the unit is hot
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.