CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Can-AM Spyder GS has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (7 reports).
2009 Can-AM Spyder GS recalls
Most common 2009 Can-AM Spyder GS problems
Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
POWER STEERING HAS FAILED
PUT IT IN REVERSE THEN IT BLOWS THE FUSE FOR THE RUNNING LIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHTS
BIKE WENT IN (LIMP MODE) BECAUSE DYNAMICPOWER STEERING(DPS) UNIT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED, CAN AM/BRP HAD A RECALL OF THE (DPS) UNITS ON SEPTEMBER 7,2010, HOWEVER IS NOW REFUSING TO REPAIR MY CAN-AM PURSUANT TO SAID RECALL.
I REFUELED MY MOTORCYCLE, AS I WAS LEAVING I NOTICED MY LEGS GET HOT. I DID NOT PAY IT MUCH MIND UNTIL THERE WAS AN ABSURD AMOUNT OF PAIN THEN I LOOKED DOWN AND I SEEN THAT MY MOTORCYCLE WAS ON FIRE. I THEN PULLED OVER AND CALLED 911 FOR ASSISTANCE AND BE TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL TO GET TREATED FOR MY BURNS. MY MOTORCYCLE WAS DESTROYED. THE ELECTRONICS WERE FRIED, THE PLASTICS WERE MELTED AND IT STUNK OF GASOLINE. I ALSO TAKEN PICTURES OF THE BURNS TO MY LEG AND THE MOTORCYCLE. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CAN-AM SPYDER GS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOUR TIMES. THEY HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE OWNER BECAME AWARE OF A RECALL BUT SHE NEVER RECEIVED A LETTER EVEN THOUGH HER VIN WAS INCLUDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 2000. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
2009 Can-AM Spyder GS questions
Does the 2009 Can-AM Spyder GS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2009 Can-AM Spyder GS: Fuel System, Gasoline; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Can-AM Spyder GS?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (7), Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Unknown Or Other (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Can-AM Spyder GS has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.