2013 Can-AM Spyder Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 54%of 26 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 2,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the engine of the 2013 Can-AM Spyder, 54% of the 26 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 2,500 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Motorcycle runs hot. When refilling gas, gas remaining in tank is boiling. This causes steam to blow out in my face. It also causes the gas added to the tank to heat up, swell, and overflow. Extreme heat can be felt on my legs and feet. Heat is worse when driving below 5th gear (anything below about 60-65mph).”
NHTSA complaint #10620886, filed 2014-08, 4,400 miles“2013 Can-Am Spyder rt with 793 miles, drove yesterday 10-12-2020 in the evening, went about 1/2 mile and dark black smoke started coming out of the dual top ports I believe are air intakes. Stopped as it was thick smoke. Rode it home smoking. Temp range was in normal range. These bikes on web research, have a history of catching fire. Put away in garage, checked gas, brake, oil levels appeared normal but I only drove a total of 1 mile. Checked under engine the next day , no stains on the garage floor. I take excellent care of the bike, service wise also and I only drive it locally. …”
NHTSA complaint #11364201, filed 2020-10, 1 miles“This vehicle has an extremely dangerous heat problem. Heat builds up under the fiberglass panels which results in the gas cap becoming too hot to touch with your bare hand, and gasoline boiling in the tank. Also, the radiator fan blows very hot air on my right foot which is very uncomfortable. Additionally, I can smell gas fumes when riding, and the fumes are overpowering when parking the bike after riding. I leave the bike outside my garage until the fumes dissipate, as I feel that it dangerous to park in the garage with the overpowering gas fumes. …”
NHTSA complaint #10587190, filed 2014-05, 2,500 miles“My issue is with 2013 canam Spyder. After engine reaches normal operating temperature, the area around the drivers legs are exposed to 208 degrees f. This data was collected at the dealership injacksonville. The continued exposure to this defect has caused first degree burns on my wife's legs. Even when waring thick blue jeans, extended run times burnt her leg too. The company has apparently corrected this issue in 2014. They have re routed hot air with different panels, reversing the fan at slow speed and stop and better insulation. Obviously, brp knows there is a real problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10622101, filed 2014-08, 1,000 miles“Strong odor of raw gas when cruising or standing still. Overpowering. Does not matter how much fuel is in tank. At times acts like it is about to run out of gas.”
NHTSA complaint #10574592, filed 2014-03, 3,745 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10055108Apr 9, 2014Brp: front fuse boxes seal allows water to infiltrate; when engine has started can cause code p1614 to be triggered and home limp mode; the belt guard retaining screws are not…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 14 | 54% |
Other parts of the 2013 Can-AM Spyder
9 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Can-AM Spyder
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology