Can-AM Spyder GS Problems by Model Year

NHTSA recorded 45 consumer complaints across the 2 model years of the Can-AM Spyder GS (2008–2009) that have at least 5 complaints. 2008 has the most, with 31. Across all years, the part named most often is steering (27 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.

All Spyder GS model years

Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.

Parts named most often, all years

Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.

• Steering27 53%
• Electrical system6 12%
• Fuel system4 7.8%
• Engine4 7.8%
• Body and structure3 5.9%
• Brakes3 5.9%
• Vehicle speed control2 3.9%
• Transmission and drivetrain2 3.9%

Example complaints

One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

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