Does the 2021 CAN-AM Spyder RT have any recalls?

Transport Canada lists 1 campaign and the U.S. NHTSA lists 1 for the 2021 CAN-AM Spyder RT. Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.

How do I know if a recall applies to my 2021 CAN-AM Spyder RT?

Recalls are matched by make, model and model year, but many cover only certain VIN ranges. Confirm with your manufacturer or dealer using your full VIN, or use the official Transport Canada or NHTSA lookup.

Are recall repairs free?

Yes. In both Canada and the United States the manufacturer must fix a recalled defect at no charge, through a franchised dealer.

RECALLS — MAKE · MODEL · YEAR

2021 CAN-AM Spyder RT recalls

2 safety recall campaigns have been filed for the 2021 CAN-AM Spyder RT with Transport Canada and the U.S. NHTSA. Here is what both agencies say.

Canadian recalls: 01
U.S. recalls: 01
Total campaigns: 02

Transport Canada recalls

Lights And Instruments#2023137March 16, 2023
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.

Canadian data updated August 24, 2026

U.S. NHTSA recalls

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS#23V175000March 17, 2023
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: 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.

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, or to book the work, 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

Check a 2021 CAN-AM Spyder RT VIN

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