Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2013 CAN-AM Spyder RT, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Fuel/propulsion system58
- Engine42
- Structure20
- Engine and engine cooling12
- Seats9
- Service brakes9
- Electrical system7
- Unknown or other5
- Fuel system, gasoline4
- Suspension3
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 16 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Recalls in Canada
2 Transport Canada recalls for the 2013 CAN-AM Spyder RT.
| 2015067 16 Feb 2015 | Engine On certain vehicles, the temperature in the engine compartment may rise excessively at low speeds in hot ambient conditions. Elevated temperature in the engine … |
| 2013288 28 Aug 2013 | Brakes On certain Can-Am Spyder RT series and Spyder ST series roadsters, heat build-up in the area of the brake master cylinder could cause the manifold inlet (a plas… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
15V095000 · Engine19 Feb 2015 · 5,165 vehicles
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling all model year 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles. Prolonged idling or slow speed riding in warmer temperatures may result very high temperatures in the engine compartment.
13V386000 · Service brakes, hydraulic28 Aug 2013 · 8,191 vehicles
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT series and ST series motorcycles. The tandem brake master cylinder manifold inlet may melt allowing the brake fluid to leak out.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What CAN-AM told its dealers about the 2013 CAN-AM Spyder RT: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 10252669 | 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. |
| 10229613 | Missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines. |
| 10200277 | Special repair needed at PDI. |
| 10198639 | Possible inverted wires at the vehicle accessory port. Functionality issue with GPS support kit and the LED floorboard lights kit |
| 10191376 | If a customer wants to change the radio pre-set channel number and is unable to do so, here is the reason this is happening. |
| 10186274 | Trailer module may fail. |
| 10186272 | RT-622 Trailers may experience electrical issues due to trailer light module failure. |
| 10185879 | Not shifting when engine gets warm. |
| 10185874 | Warranty campaign explanation. |
| 10185871 | Fuel pressure regulator noise. |
| 10185865 | Electric parking brake not holding when applied. |
| 10185854 | Centrifungal clutch vibration. |
| 10185846 | Elevated Temperature. Important Safety Recall Interim Notice. |
| 10129607 | Technical service Tip (TST) informing dealers that if a customer wants to change the radio pre-set channel number and is unable to do so, this has been identified as being caused by the radio data system (RDS) refresh rate bringing the pre-set channel back to its original #. At this time there is no solution to this issue. Replacement of parts is not the solution. |
| 10129606 | Technical Service Tip (TST) informing dealers that It has been brought to BRP's attention that in some cases the radio station display option in the cluster will revert to "no display" after a few days. BRP is looking into the situation. This issue has been identified as a software problem between the cluster and the radio module. At this time replacement of parts is not the solution since they all have the problem. |
| 10129605 | Technical Service Tip (TST) informing dealers that BRP has noticed an increase in claims for the RT hood actuator switch. Switch inspection reveals the contact points inside the switch are exposed to high amperage. This causes an intermittent or permanently bad contact. The dealers are informed to inspect the hood actuator itself to see if the lever it pushes against is in-line and not obstructed. This could also happen if the front cargo is over packed and the pressure pressing up against the mechanism is beyond what the actuator can push and the switch gets too much amperage. |
| 10129604 | Technical Service Tip (TST) addressing that on some SE5 engines a high pitched or whining noise may be heard under specific RPM only. After investigation the cause of this noise is from a thrust washer vibrating and spinning in the HCM. Inspection of the HCM housing for wear is proposed; it may need to be replaced. |
| 10129598 | Technical Service Tip (TST) informing dealers that that a very limited quantity of the vehicles identified in the letter may have been produced with incorrectly routed electrical wires and brake lines. A very limited quantity of vehicles may have been produced with incorrectly routed electrical wires and brake lines. Dealership has received by regular mail and by e-mail the specific instructions concerning the inspection, repair and warranty procedures for this situation. |
| 10129597 | Letter to dealers informing them that a very limited quantity of the vehicles identified in the letter may have been produced with incorrectly routed electrical wires and brake lines. Instruction are provided. |
| 10126530 | Letters to dealers and customers informing them of the 2013-8 warranty bulletin issued on August 30th regarding Tandem Master Cylinder Manifold Inlet - Fire Hazard. |
| 10126529 | Posting informing the community that BRP has been investigating multiple issues with 2013 units and it has come up with a number of solutions. Technical service tips (TST) has been made to assist with diagnostics. TST also goes over numerous campaigns and bulletins. |
| 10126528 | Warranty bulletin addressing a possible front shocks dampening issues. Some vehicles may have been produced with shock absorbers without enough dampening. The proposed solution is to replace both front shocks if problem is encountered. |
| 10126527 | Revision #1 of warranty bulletin 2013-6 addressing the issue that some vehicles have been produced with weak stabilizer bar link rods. Remove and inspect each link rod to find their production number. Replace if production number shows a "4", as CCVI 4 WITHOUT a painted dot. |
| 10125482 | Letters to dealers and customers informing them of the 2013-8 warranty bulletin issued on August 30th regarding Tandem Master Cylinder Manifold Inlet - Fire Hazard. |
| 10125481 | Posting informing the community that BRP has been investigating multiple issues with 2013 units and it has come up with a number of solutions. Technical service tips (TST) has been made to assist with diagnostics. TST also goes over numerous campaigns and bulletins. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
PE14025 · Fuel system, gasolineopened 4 Aug 2014 · closed 22 May 2015
Motorcycle Fires
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation