2016 Can-AM Spyder RT Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 300miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2016 Can-AM Spyder RT (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2016 Can-AM Spyder RT. The part named most often is steering, with 4 complaints (44% of the total), followed by electrical system (2) and transmission and drivetrain (2). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 300 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 17 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 4 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.
- Steering4 44%
- Electrical system2 22%
- Brakes1 11%
- Other or unknown1 11%
Example complaints
Steering: “01/15/2018 I sent this letter to you once on january 8th 2018 you had received it and give me a call to give you more information I returned your call left a message nobody called me back this is a number that you can get a hold of me 614 - 314 - 0725 the bikes brand new I've had problems the day I bought it they still have it in the shop I need help. …”
NHTSA complaint #11062802, filed 2018-01, 300 milesElectrical system: “An electrical failure caused the transmission to lock in gear which in turn caused the engine to stall. The vehicle could not be moved from the road creating a safety issue to both myself and other motorists. The vehicle stalled on a two lane highway with minimal shoulder and in the middle of a blind 45 MPH corner. If the vehicle had a neutral release switch, the vehicle could have been moved onto the shoulder removing the obstacle from the path of oncoming motorists. Since the vehicle could not be moved, I had to stand in the road to warn motorists to stop. …”
NHTSA complaint #10986164, filed 2017-05, 2,180 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “2016 Can-Am rt spyder: front sprocket stripped leaving me with no way to accelerate to get out of way of traffic this happened at 1642 miles (brp replaced under warranty). At 5175 (3 may 2021) front sprocket again left me in traffic and stranded again replaced under warranty. Both times I was in traffic and has happened after slowing and trying to accelerate. Both times required towing and repair a service center.”
NHTSA complaint #11415023, filed 2021-05, 5,175 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 300 and 2,180 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 22V352000May 18, 2022Power train › Manual transmissionCovers: Can-AM Spyder RT 2015–2019, Spyder F3 2015–2019
Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Can-Am Spyder F3 and RT motorcycles. The front sprocket may be defective and prematurely wear, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Recall details for the 2016 Can-AM Spyder RT → · Check a 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. 17 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, 2024Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. 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…
- 10231322Jan 23, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. Spyder P0730 Active Fault - This 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 check engine…
- 10229613Dec 6, 2022Engine cooling, Fuel system. Missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines.
- 10214930Jun 30, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. Front Sprocket Wear- Interim Solution As covered in the SAFETY CAMPAIGN BULLETIN 2019-10, The front sprocket may be defective and may be subject to premature wear.
- 10213475May 26, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. Safety Campaign- Front Sprocket Wear- Potential Loss of Propulsion The front sprocket may be defective and may be subject to premature wear. Over time, the vehicle could lose propulsion. If the…
- 10200273Aug 3, 2016Vehicle speed control. Sticking throttle.
- 10078907Jun 7, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Posting about new bulletin 2016-3 -some throttle grips assembly may have tighter materials tolerances that may increase return time to original position
- 10200270Jun 4, 2016Brakes. Brake fluid reservoir locking tube.
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 2016 Can-AM Spyder RT have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2016 Can-AM Spyder RT as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2016 Can-AM Spyder RT is reported most often?
Steering is named most often, in 4 complaints (44% of the total), followed by electrical system with 2.
Has the 2016 Can-AM Spyder RT been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2016 Can-AM Spyder RT reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 300 miles and the middle half falls between 300 and 2,180 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 28, 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.