2010 Can-Am Spyder Rt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (8) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2) · Power Train:clutch Assembly (2)
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Safety recalls (3)
Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap 2012-12-12 · campaign 12V582000 · 33,700 vehicles
Defect: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder GS, RS, and RT series vehicles. The fuel cap may not fit onto the fuel tank filler neck, preventing it from sealing properly.
Risk: If the fuel cap does not seal properly, it may leak fuel vapors. Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and personal injury.
Fix: BRP will notify owners and send them a replacement fuel cap, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2013. Owners may contact BRP AT 1-888-638-5397.
Service Brakes, Air:controls:foot Control/Valve 2012-04-11 · campaign 12V159000 · 3,259 vehicles
Defect: BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC. (BRP) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 SPYDER RT ROADSTERS. A PIN SECURING THE BRAKE PEDAL CONNECTING ROD COULD DISENGAGE AND FALL OFF.
Risk: IF THIS OCCURS, A TOTAL LOSS OF MAIN BRAKE FUNCTION COULD RESULT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. THERE IS AN INCREASED RISK OF A CRASH POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.
Fix: BRP WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE PEDAL CONNECTING ROD PINS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 18, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRP AT 1-888-638-5397.
Power Train:clutch Assembly 2010-06-01 · campaign 10V232000 · 1,200 vehicles
Defect: BRP IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 SPYDER RS SE5 2ND SERIES AND RT SE5 ROADSTERS. WHEN BRINGING A VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH THE SE5 SEMI-AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO A FULL STOP, THE CLUTCH MAY REMAIN ENGAGED STALLING THE ENGINE. ONCE THE ENGINE IS STALLED, IT COULD BE IMPOSSIBLE TO RE-START AND THE REAR WHEEL COULD BE BLOCKED.
Risk: IF THIS HAPPENS, THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO BE PUSHED OFF THE ROADWAY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: BRP WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRP AT 1-888-638-5397.
Service bulletins (22)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2025-05-15 · Service Bulletin 2016-7 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
electric throttle actuator replacement the electric throttle actuator (eta) is now available for spare part. in case of any eta defect, it is not necessary anymore to replace the complete throttle body assembly.
Power Train 2024-03-18 · TST 140875 Rev · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 on (limp home condition) and the gearbox won't shift.
Fuel System, Gasoline 2022-12-06 · TST 140654 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines.
Service Brakes 2016-06-04 · SB-129289 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
summary to be provided on a future date.
Parking Brake 2015-07-14 · D-94530 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
electric parking brake not holding when applied.
Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:radiator Assembly 2015-06-26 · 112333 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
technical service tip (tst): customer may complain of excessive heat felt in the engine compartment in certain riding conditions. the solution is to install the air scoop kit. note that this will not reduce heat felt on the rh foot by the radiator fan.
Showing the 6 most recent of 22 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2023-09-19 · Steering · 15,000 mi“the contact owns a 2010 can-am spyder rt. the contact stated while driving 55 mph, the steering wheel became firm. the power steering and parking brake warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle w…”
2019-07-26 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 10,000 mi“possible dps fume canister concern on recall. fuel cap seems to allow water inside of the fuel tank? which then causes the bike to sputter and not want to "breath." when the bike is warming up, it's spitting and sputtering, does not want to idle properly.…”
2015-06-02 · Steering · 14,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 can-am roadster spyder rtsm5. while driving approximately 30 mph, the dynamic power steering and limp home mode warning lights illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 09v162000 (s…”
2015-05-07 · Suspension · 15,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 can-am spyder rt. upon starting up the motorcycle, a failure occured in which the the air bag for the suspension over inflated. the contact stated that the position sensor failed causing the air bag to fill to capacity without warning and other components failed associated with the suspension. the motorcycle was taken to…”
2014-08-20 · Engine“extreme heat on the right side near my feet. installed fancan, with no result. also, heat is experienced around the seat. *tr…”
2014-08-20 · Steering · 21,000 mi“at random times, the power steering goes out on the spyder with no warning. it doesn't show any codes when it happens. doesn't matter if it's on a straight stretch or curve. difficulty turning the wheels when this happens. *tr…”
2014-08-18 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 500 mi“strong smell of gasoline in garage after ride on a hot day. asked local dealer and was told not to overfill fuel as it would overflow into a canister. so i never overfill. but after several more instances riding on hot days i always smell gas and have noticed several times that the fuel in the tank is boiling. you can open the cap and see it. this …”
2014-08-08 · Steering“power steering unexpectedly goes out, but throws no codes. tire pressure good, oil/water is normal. dealer doesn't have a solution. also, engine puts out some extreme heat on driver's legs...especially the right side. *tr…”
2012-06-13 · Service Brakes · 4,626 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 can-am spyder rt. the contact stated that the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 12v159000 (service brakes, air control: foot controls). the manufacturer was notified and stated that the parts were not available to perform the repairs. the vin was not available. the failure milea…”
2012-05-02 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic“received a recall notice from bombardier recreational products on my 2010 can-am spyder rt se5 concerning possible brake failure. have called the dealer twice and they do not have the repair parts required. the dealer stated they have been waiting for at least 4 weeks for parts to make required repairs but have not received any. there is no expe…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.