2014 Can-AM Spyder RT Problems
- Complaints
- 13filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 750miles, 12 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2014 Can-AM Spyder RT (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 2014 Can-AM Spyder RT. The part named most often is electrical system, with 3 complaints (23% of the total), followed by steering (3) and transmission and drivetrain (3). 12 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 750 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 31 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 17 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Steering complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system3 23%
- Steering3 23%
- Brakes2 15%
- Engine1 7.7%
- Seats1 7.7%
- Body and structure1 7.7%
- Suspension1 7.7%
- Tires1 7.7%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “The bike went into limp mode the first time 8 months after purchase and has been in the shop 5 times in one year. Complaints of not shifting correctly and electrical problems along with air shocks leaking and an oil leak ect. I was riding on back country road when I couldn't down sift the bike before going into a corner. Had to power stir the bike around the corner and almost lost control.”
NHTSA complaint #10960205, filed 2017-03, 254 milesSteering: “I own a 2014 can am rt-sm6 motorcycle. In october 2018 I had to have the steering mechanism realigned, it was steering to one side. This week the problem is back, which indicates that the steering mechanism is loose. This could result in a very serious accident, if it comes loose when traveling on a highway, resulting in the loss of control of my motorcycle. I first noticed this when traveling and when I got home I double checked and the alignment is visual and measurable. This is the second time this has occurred with my motorcycle.”
NHTSA complaint #11240386, filed 2019-07, 20,300 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “The contact owns a 2014 Can-Am Spyder Rt. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle started to vibrate. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to dealer. The technician diagnosed that the drive belts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200.”
NHTSA complaint #10659043, filed 2014-11, 200 milesBrakes: “This is a Can-Am Spyder with a parking brake problem. On-line in the forum, there are many of these problems on the bikes with an automatic transmission. The brake will either not engage which causes the bike to roll which could cause an accident. Can-Am dealers cannot fix the problem and will just throw parts at the problem and charge $90 to $120 an hour just to look at it. No one knows how to fix the problem. Can-Am needs to recall these vehicles before someone gets killed or hurt because the parking brake does not work.”
NHTSA complaint #11430100, filed 2021-08Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 12 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 230 and 10,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2014 Can-AM Spyder RT in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 31 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11015827Mar 2, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. The front sprocket might be stuck on the mainshaft upon disassembly
- 10252661Mar 26, 2024Engine cooling, Electrical system. Engine Oil Level reading Issue Impossible to read the oil level on the dipstick.
- 10252669Mar 18, 2024Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. 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…
- 10229613Dec 6, 2022Engine cooling, Fuel system. Missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines.
- 10185878Oct 3, 2016Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. Clutch cover oil leak. Set screw.
- 10185868Nov 5, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. Intermittently, the ignition key may not be recognized causing the unit not to start.
- 10185867Nov 5, 2015Engine, Equipment. Up-to-date information on the 2014 Roadster product.
- 10185865Jul 14, 2015Brakes. Electric parking brake not holding when applied.
- 10185861Jul 9, 2015Brakes. Insufficient parking brake cable tension when applied.
- 10057377Mar 4, 2015Fuel system. Brp roadster : complaints regarding fuel tank pressure release when fuel cap is removed noise being heard when fuel cap is removed.
Other model years of the Can-AM Spyder RT
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2021 | 6 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 6 | 1,722 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 6 | 3,700 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2018 | 12 | 3,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 7 | 16,531 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 9 | 300 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 13 | 750 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 102 | 1,375 | 2 | — | — | 100 · More | Stable |
| 2012 | 41 | 753 | 1 | — | — | 42 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 29 | 2,935 | 2 | — | — | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2010 | 24 | 4,626 | 4 | — | — | — | Rising |
All Can-AM Spyder RT model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2014 Can-AM Spyder RT have?
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 2014 Can-AM Spyder RT as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2014 Can-AM Spyder RT is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 3 complaints (23% of the total), followed by steering with 3.
Has the 2014 Can-AM Spyder RT been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2014 Can-AM Spyder RT reported?
Among the 12 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 750 miles and the middle half falls between 230 and 10,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.