2014 Can-Am Spyder Rt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (3) · Service Brakes (2) · Power Train (2)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (31)
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.
Power Train 2025-03-02 · TST 143615 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the front sprocket might be stuck on the mainshaft upon disassembly
Engine And Engine Cooling 2024-03-26 · TST 134170 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
engine oil level reading issue impossible to read the oil level on the dipstick.
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.
Power Train 2016-10-03 · A71521 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
clutch cover oil leak. set screw.
Equipment 2015-11-05 · A104494 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
intermittently, the ignition key may not be recognized causing the unit not to start.
Showing the 6 most recent of 31 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2021-08-23 · Service Brakes“this is a can-am spyder with a parking brake problem. on-line in the forum, there are many of these problems on the bikes with an automatic transmission. the brake will either not engage which causes the bike to roll which could cause an accident. can-am dealers cannot fix the problem and will just throw parts at the problem and charge $90 to $1…”
2021-04-28 · Steering · 10,000 mi“motor cycle was stored in garage over winter in chicago area. started it up on first day in 80 degrees and getting codes p0552 and p0551. the bike displays the handel bars on display. research shows problem with do's which is a steering assist unit. brp (manufacture) of the motorcycle had had prior recalls on the same unit in prior years. …”
2019-11-08 · Electrical System · 21,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 can-am spyder rt. while driving approximately 15 mph, the motorcycle shut off. the contact coasted to the side of the road and had the vehicle towed to malcolm smith motorsports (7599 indiana ave, riverside, ca 92504). the dealer determined that the limp home mode failed. the contact also stated that this was the second …”
2019-07-29 · Steering · 20,300 mi“i own a 2014 can am rt-sm6 motorcycle. in october 2018 i had to have the steering mechanism realigned, it was steering to one side. this week the problem is back, which indicates that the steering mechanism is loose. this could result in a very serious accident, if it comes loose when traveling on a highway, resulting in the loss of control of my m…”
2017-03-12 · Service Brakes · 254 mi“the bike went into limp mode the first time 8 months after purchase and has been in the shop 5 times in one year. complaints of not shifting correctly and electrical problems along with air shocks leaking and an oil leak ect. i was riding on back country road when i couldn't down sift the bike before going into a corner. had to power stir the bike …”
2016-08-14 · Steering · 40,000 mi“40,000 miles and the steering mechanism has worn out. the handlebars move back and forth without the front wheels being affected. the dealer says the machine cannot be safely ridden until the steering assembly has been replaced. the service manager noted that he has seen several other similar models with the same issue. i am lucky to have this …”
2016-02-04 · Electrical System · 1,200 mi · 🔥 fire“i purchased the bike in april 2015 and i ride on country roads. in october we took the bike up to get a pumpkin and had to sit in traffic. the bike overheated so we pulled off and let it cool down. on the way back home the instrument panel we flashing different thing so i pulled over and called can-am for a tow truck so it could be taken to the dea…”
2015-08-07 · Structure:body · 100 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 can-am spyder rt. the contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the seat became extremely hot to the touch. the contact indicated the heat from the engine and exhaust system would make the seat very hot. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. the manufacturer was notified of t…”
2015-02-13 · Tires · 500 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 can-am spyder rt motorcycle. while riding at an unknown speed, the rear shock suspension was disabled and caused the vehicle to drive across bumps in the road roughly when riding with passengers. the air shock warning light illuminated. the failure occurred multiple times. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnose…”
2014-11-20 · Engine · 1,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 can-am spyder rt. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 71 mph, the vehicle started to shake violently and no warning indicators illuminated. the failure recurred on a daily basis. the vehicle was taken to dealer. the technician diagnosed that tension belt needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repai…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.