2010 Can-AM Spyder RT Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2010 Can-AM Spyder RT has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (8 reports).

4Recalls
24Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2010 Can-AM Spyder RT recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Recall 12V582Dec 12, 201233,700 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Controls:Foot Control/Valve

Recall 12V159Apr 11, 20123,259 vehicles affected

Power Train:Clutch Assembly

Recall 10V232Jun 1, 20101,200 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 09V473Dec 14, 2009108 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 Can-AM Spyder RT problems

Problem areas named in the 24 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering8
Power Train6
Engine And Engine Cooling3
Exterior Lighting3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Engine2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)1
Service Brakes, Air1
Service Brakes1

What owners report

2023-09-19, Steering
The contact owns a 2010 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the steering wheel became firm. The power steering and parking brake warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
2019-07-26, Fuel/Propulsion System
POSSIBLE DPS FUME CANISTER CONCERN ON RECALL. FUEL CAP SEEMS TO ALLOW WATER INSIDE OF THE FUEL TANK? WHICH THEN CAUSES THE BIKE TO SPUTTER AND NOT WANT TO "BREATH." WHEN THE BIKE IS WARMING UP, IT'S SPITTING AND SPUTTERING, DOES NOT WANT TO IDLE PROPERLY.
2015-06-02, Steering
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CAN-AM ROADSTER SPYDER RTSM5. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE DYNAMIC POWER STEERING AND LIMP HOME MODE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V162000 (STEERING). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 14,000.
2015-05-07, Air Bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. UPON STARTING UP THE MOTORCYCLE, A FAILURE OCCURED IN WHICH THE THE AIR BAG FOR THE SUSPENSION OVER INFLATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POSITION SENSOR FAILED CAUSING THE AIR BAG TO FILL TO CAPACITY WITHOUT WARNING AND OTHER COMPONENTS FAILED ASSOCIATED WITH THE SUSPENSION. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT IF THE MANUFACTURER APPROVED THE MODIFICATION, THERE NEEDED TO BE AN INSTALLATION OF A RELEASE VALVE. THE MANUFACTURER'S TECHNICIAN STATED THAT A RELEASE VALVE WAS NOT PART OF THE DESIGN FOR THIS MODEL AND WAS AWARE THAT THE SENSOR FAILURE CAUSED THE AIR COMPRESSOR TO RECEIVE MORE AIR THAN NECESSARY WHICH CA
2014-08-20, Steering
AT RANDOM TIMES, THE POWER STEERING GOES OUT ON THE SPYDER WITH NO WARNING. IT DOESN'T SHOW ANY CODES WHEN IT HAPPENS. DOESN'T MATTER IF IT'S ON A STRAIGHT STRETCH OR CURVE. DIFFICULTY TURNING THE WHEELS WHEN THIS HAPPENS. *TR

2010 Can-AM Spyder RT questions

Does the 2010 Can-AM Spyder RT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 Can-AM Spyder RT: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap; Service Brakes, Air:Controls:Foot Control/Valve; Power Train:Clutch Assembly; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Can-AM Spyder RT?

Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (8), Power Train (6), Engine And Engine Cooling (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Can-AM Spyder RT 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.

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