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2011 Can-Am Spyder RT
The problems owners report. The recalls to check. The evidence behind each.
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- Owner complaints
- 29
- Received Jun 2011 to Aug 2023
Owner reports
Most reported problems
- 1Fuel tank or line leaks gasoline5 complaints · 17% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 2Vehicle catches fire from wiring3 complaints · 10% of this vehicle’s complaints
Official NHTSA records
Recalls to check
- Recall #12V582000Bombardier 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.
- Recall #11V081000Brp is recalling certain model year 2011 spyder rt SM5 roadsters. While down shifting it may be possible to inadvertently engage reverse without depressing the reverse button due to a defective reverse actuator cable.
BrakeNews signals
Flagged complaint patterns
Unusual complaint patterns with no matched recall yet. A flag does not mean a recall will happen.
No problems currently meet BrakeNews’s flagging criteria. This is not a safety rating.
How flags are identifiedComplaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA, not failure rates or a reliability ranking. Reported in these complaints: 0 crashes, 5 fires, 5 people injured, 0 deaths.
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Engine & powertrain
Brakes
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Electrical & lights
Airbags, belts & seats
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Steering, suspension & tires
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Body, doors & glass
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Driver assistance
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Other
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Complaint history
When NHTSA received these reports. Changes in reporting alone do not establish a change in failure rates.
Show as a table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 4 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 (to Oct 2026) | 0 |
| Total | 29 |
Problems owners report
Listed groups have at least 3 complaints. The page includes the 20 largest groups plus any additional flagged groups; some complaints are not assigned to a group.
| Problem | Complaints | Share | Share ratio | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank or line leaks gasoline | 5 | 17% | – | NHTSA recall #12V582000 |
| Vehicle catches fire from wiring | 3 | 10% | – |
AI groups complaints by meaning; the groups are approximate. Share ratio compares the problem’s share of this vehicle’s complaints with its share on other vehicles over the last 24 months (shown from 3 recent complaints). A 2× ratio means twice the complaint share, not twice the failure risk. Flags mark unusual shares or recent surges after an AI review of the complaint content. “First signal” does not mean the pattern has persisted continuously.How recall estimates are calculated.
Recalls
NHTSA recall #12V582000December 12, 201233,700 vehicles affected
fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
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.
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.
Remedy
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.
NHTSA recall #11V081000February 7, 2011378 vehicles affected
power train: manual transmission: column shift assembly
Brp is recalling certain model year 2011 Spyder rt SM5 roadsters. While down shifting it may be possible to inadvertently engage reverse without depressing the reverse button due to a defective reverse actuator cable.
If this happens while the vehicle is moving forward, the rear wheel could lock and the engine could stall. If this happens while vehicle is stopped, the vehicle could back up. A vehicle stall without warning or an expected movement in reverse may increase the risk of a crash possibly resulting in injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will validate proper operation of the reverse actuator and if defective, the reverse actuator assembly will be replaced free of charge. The safety recallbegan on february 11, 2011. Owners may contact brp at 1-888-638-5397.
Other model years
About this data
NHTSA complaints and recalls through October 2026. Complaints are counted once each, however many components they name. Original complaints are on NHTSA's page for the 2011 Can-Am Spyder RT.
Problem groups are formed by AI and may be approximate. BrakeNews flags unusual complaint patterns; they are not official defect findings. Investigation reports are written and checked by AI, with no human review. Owner reports do not establish that a defect exists.
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