AI Damage2021 CAN-AM Spyder RT: common problems
The maker issued 19 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 19
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Under some circonstances it is possible to hear a chirping noise coming from the right side of the engine…
Under some circonstances it is possible to hear a chirping noise coming from the right side of the engine The noise was identified as worn friction washers on the alternator shaft
- Spyder seat and top case shock retrofit There is complaints that the seat and top case shocks are too weak…
Spyder seat and top case shock retrofit There is complaints that the seat and top case shocks are too weak A new seat and top case shock absorber we're introduced for MY2025, however claims keep coming in and the wrong…
- The front sprocket might be stuck on the mainshaft upon disassembly
- Revision of TST 140875 P0730 Active Fault Fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear…
Revision of TST 140875 P0730 Active Fault Fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear sprocket or a different wheel size. The cluster will stop displaying the gear indication and check engine light came…
- Engine Oil Level reading Issue Impossible to read the oil level on the dipstick
- Spyder P0730 Active Fault - This fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear sprocket or a…
Spyder P0730 Active Fault - This fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear sprocket or a different wheel size. The cluster will stop displaying the gear indication and check engine light came on (limp…
- Missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines
- On MY21 (built after 2021-01-01) and someMY22 Spyder RT and F3 units engine may not start due to low…
On MY21 (built after 2021-01-01) and someMY22 Spyder RT and F3 units engine may not start due to low compression which can be caused by carbon deposits in combustion chambers.
- Revision of TST 139334
We have some reports of Spyder F3 and RT MY21 (built after January 2021) with no start due to low compression.
- Revision of TST 138444
Rear saddle bag lever can be hard to pull to open the saddle bag due to water intrusion in the latch cables.
- If ever you have to replace a rear saddlebag 708303846 or 708303847, the 2 rear storage panels will need…
If ever you have to replace a rear saddlebag 708303846 or 708303847, the 2 rear storage panels will need some minor rework if replaced on MY21 RT. Two holes are missing for the retaining clamps. The template to rework…
- Revision of TST 139334 1330 Engine with low compression
We have some reports of Spyder RT and F3 MY21 (built after January 2021) with no start due to low compression. This note was added to the TST : Normal compression should be higher than 175 PSI onm 1330 engines
NHTSA lists 19 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 CAN-AM Spyder RT?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 19 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 CAN-AM Spyder RT?
NHTSA lists 19 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 CAN-AM Spyder RT from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2021 models
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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.