RECALLS — CAN-AM SPYDER RT
CAN-AM Spyder RT recalls
CAN-AM Spyder RT model years 2010–2023 covered by at least one recall campaign. Pick a year to see the Canadian and U.S. campaigns side by side.
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U.S. NHTSA campaigns are listed on each year page, where they are queried live by model year. The Canadian list below covers every year together.
Transport Canada recalls
10- Powertrain#2024574
3,383 units affected
Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine output shaft could break. If this happens, there could be a loss of drive power. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: BRP will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
- Lights And Instruments#2023137
8,414 units affected
Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem with the brake light switch could cause the brake lamps to stay on after you release the brakes. Safety Risk: Brake lamps that stay on when the vehicle isn't braking could cause confusion for other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: BRP will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to add a spring to the brake light switch. On certain models, the dealer will also replace and/or adjust the brake light switch.
- Powertrain#2022258
10,765 units affected
Issue: On certain vehicles, the front sprocket for the drive belt could wear prematurely. Over time, this could result in a loss of power to the rear wheel. Safety Risk: A loss of power to the rear wheel could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: BRP will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership for an interim repair. Once replacement parts are available, you will need to return to the dealership to replace the front sprocket for the drive belt.
- Brakes#2020133
385 units affected
Issue: On certain vehicles, the brake pedal mount could break during an emergency stop. If this happens, there could be a total loss of brakes. Safety Risk: A loss of brakes can create the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: BRP will notify owners by mail and instruct you to contact your dealer to schedule a repair appointment. The dealer will install a bracket to secure the brake pedal mechanism.
- Lights And Instruments#2017253
69 units affected
Certain vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. The vehicles may have been equipped with headlights which contain an improperly manufactured reflector. This would cause light output values to be higher than allowable in some areas, potentially blinding oncoming traffic. This could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: dealers will replace the reflectors.
- Engine#2015067
1,373 units affected
On certain vehicles, the temperature in the engine compartment may rise excessively at low speeds in hot ambient conditions. Elevated temperature in the engine bay may increase the risk of a skin burn and increase the risk of a fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will reprogram the ECM, and install improved body panels and an upgraded fuel system kit.
- Brakes#2013288
2,380 units affected
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 plastic cover on top of the master cylinder) to melt. This could cause a brake fluid leak, which may result in a vehicle fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will install heat reflecting shields.
- Brakes#2012126
1,352 units affected
On certain Can-Am Spyder RT Series roadsters, the pin securing the brake pedal connecting rod could disengage and fall off. This would result in a complete loss of braking ability without any prior warning. The loss of brake function, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the brake pedal connector rod pin.
- Powertrain#2011056
106 units affected
On certain Can-Am Spyder RT, equipped with an SM5 transmission, it may be possible to inadvertently engage reverse gear, while downshifting, without first depressing the reverse button. If this happens while the vehicle is moving forward, the rear wheel could lock and the engine could stall. If this occurs while the vehicle is stopped, a rider, twisting the grip to apply throttle, may find the vehicle going in reverse rather than forward as expected. In conjunction with traffic, road conditions, and the rider's reactions, this could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will validate proper operation of the reverse actuator and, if defective, will replace the reverse actuator assembly.
- Powertrain#2010174
448 units affected
On certain Can-Am Spyder RS and RT, equipped with an SE5 semi-automatic transmission, the clutch may remain engaged while the vehicle is brought to a stop, which could cause the engine to stall. Should the engine stall, it may be impossible to re-start. As well, the rear wheel may be locked, making it difficult to move the vehicle out of the way of other road users. Engine stalling, and the resultant loss of propulsion could, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the rider's reactions, increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Dealers will update the centrifugal clutch assembly.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada