2020 Can-Am Spyder RT
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT. Newest first.
Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Spyder RT and 2022-2023 Ryker motorcycles. The brake lights may stay illuminated even if the brake pedal is not pressed. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and associated Equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other motorists of the rider's intention and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Depending on the model, dealers will replace the brake light switch, adjust the brake light switch, and/or add a spring to the brake light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2023. Owners may contact BRP Customer Service at 1-888-272-9222. BRP's number for this recall is 2023-6.
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles. During emergency braking situations, the support which holds the brake mechanism could break, causing a total loss of braking ability.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A loss of braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BRP will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2020. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222. BRP's number for this campaign is Bulletin 2020-5.
Owner complaints
6 complaints1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Exterior lighting
The contact owns a 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V175000 (Exterior Lighting); 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 contact owns a 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V175000 (Exterior Lighting); 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 dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Exterior lighting
The contact owns a 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she attempted to activate the cruise control, however, the vehicle failed to operate as designed. The contact then stated that she noticed that the brake light remained illuminated although the…
The contact owns a 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she attempted to activate the cruise control, however, the vehicle failed to operate as designed. The contact then stated that she noticed that the brake light remained illuminated although the brake pedal was not depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it remained. The contact then received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V175000 (Exterior Lighting). The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that parts were not available. The failure mileage was approximately 3,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Service brakes
The Spyder brake switch started failing with less than 14K miles on the vehicle. The driver my wife, did not know it was failing, only an engine code VSS would appear and the vehicle would go into limp home mode, until it could be restarted. Checking online forms, there were several post about the…
The Spyder brake switch started failing with less than 14K miles on the vehicle. The driver my wife, did not know it was failing, only an engine code VSS would appear and the vehicle would go into limp home mode, until it could be restarted. Checking online forms, there were several post about the brake switch. I check in our garage and discovered I could push the brake pedal and sometimes there would be a two second delay before the lights would come on. Pressing harder on the brakes made them flicker on and off. At times only half the brake lights would come on. The brake switch is located four inches off the pavement and exposed to road grime. The piston only has an O-ring and lacks a rubber boot to keep debris from entering the switch. (Like my Harley Davidson motorcycle has.) The brake switch part # 710005480 is about $45 and an two hours labor to install. The new replacement switch is #710008326, but it looks just like the switch I took off the Can Am Spyder. Some of my research showed that this brake switch has been used on most if not all Spyders and Ryker motorcycles produced by Can Am in the last few years. I did post this issue on a Spyder Facebook group and within 24 hours eight people stated they had the same issue with their new Spyder, which was repaired under warranty. I just believe it's a bad design for an exposed part four inches off the pavement. Also my wife stepping on the brakes and the brake lights not working for two seconds put her in danger of being struck by another vehicle.
- Suspension
The rear airback suspension has been broken since I purchased the motorcycle in august 2020. A new system has been put in but it has also failed. This makes the motorcycle dangerous to ride. The ride IS very hard and when hitting a bump, the passenger can fall off.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2020 can-am spyder rt motorcycle. The contact stated that the vehicle shutoff while riding approximately 55 mph without warning. The vehicle was towed to the cc powersports ? Louisville dealer located at 327 centre dr, shepherdsville, ky 40165, where it was diagnosed that the…
TL* the contact owns a 2020 can-am spyder rt motorcycle. The contact stated that the vehicle shutoff while riding approximately 55 mph without warning. The vehicle was towed to the cc powersports ? Louisville dealer located at 327 centre dr, shepherdsville, ky 40165, where it was diagnosed that the battery cable was loose. The failure recurred. The vehicle was towed back to the same dealer who diagnosed that an unknown bolt was too tight. The contact wanted the dealer to exchange the vehicle with another one however, the dealer stated that he had to use the warranty process to do so. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and provided a case number. The contact was informed that a representative would call him back. The contact was not called back. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 114. *tr
- Seats
Back rest broke fall off all most lost passenger
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10252669Revision 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 on (limp home condition) and the gearbox won't shift.
- 10252661Engine Oil Level reading Issue Impossible to read the oil level on the dipstick.
- 10231322Spyder 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 home condition) and the gearbox won't shift.
- 10229613Missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines.
- 10203706Revision 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.
- 10198639Possible inverted wires at the vehicle accessory port. Functionality issue with GPS support kit and the LED floorboard lights kit
- 10198635Some top cases lock striker might not have adjusted properly and can be open even if locked.
- 10191570Repair Procedure Revision- Brake Light Switch Adjustment Vehicle may indicate brake light switch failure, rear brake light stays ON or flashes intermittently.
- 10191548Revision of the bulletin 2020-7. First version was sent in December 2020. Accessory Port Power Supply Issue Possible Inverted Wires at Vehicle Connector. Vehicles equipped with GPS kit may experience inner battery charging issues. One of the probable cause is inverted wires at vehicle connector.
- 10191376If a customer wants to change the radio pre-set channel number and is unable to do so, here is the reason this is happening.
- 10188456Saddle Bags Hard to Open The rear saddle bag lever can be hard to pull and the lever can also break if too much force is needed.
- 10186274Trailer module may fail.
- 10185865Electric parking brake not holding when applied.
- 10185854Centrifungal clutch vibration.
- 10185013GPS Not Charging - Possible Inverted Wires at Vehicle Connector Vehicles equipped with GPS kit may experience inner battery charging issues. One of the probable cause is inverted wires at vehicle connector.
- 10181939Spyder RT 219400967 Backrest Fitment Issues
- 10180790September Product Update : Noise reduction improved sprocket, Loose Mirrors, scotch grip.
- 10179297Loose mirror and abnormal mirror vibration
- 10179243Noise issue
- 10179181LinQ rack knob might be too hard to turn for 219400973.
- 10179178Fitment Issue with backrest. The issue prevents the backrest from being installed on the LinQ Rack
- 10178821Repair Procedure Revision- Brake Light Switch Adjustment
- 10177425Inspection Procedure Revision- Testing the ACS System for Air Leaks
- 10174636Warranty Bulletin Spyder RT- Abnormal Gaps Around the Rear Cargo Module Access Covers. Spyder RT manufactured until February 5th may show some fit and finish issues. The interference between access covers and frame prevent mounting holes alignment. This situation creates abnormal gaps around both rear cargo module access covers.
- 10174628Warranty Bulletin Spyder RT- Abnormal Gaps Around the Rear Cargo Module Access Covers On some Spyder RT manufactured since February 6, abnormal gaps may be present between both rear cargo module access covers and adjacent body parts.
- 10174621Safety Campaign- Can-Am Spyder RT-Emergency Braking Situation: Possible Sudden Loss of Brake. In emergency braking situations, the support which holds the brake mechanism could break and cause a total loss of braking capacity. This may increase the risk of a crash. (include dealer letter)
- 10171831Spyder RT- Abnormal Gaps Around the Rear Cargo Module Access Covers. Spyder RT manufactured until February 5th may show some fit and finish issues. The interference between access covers and frame prevent mounting holes alignment. This situation creates abnormal gaps around both rear cargo module access covers.
- 10171793Spyder RT- Abnormal Gaps Around the Rear Cargo Module Access Covers On some Spyder RT manufactured since February 6, abnormal gaps may be present between both rear cargo module access covers and adjacent body parts.
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