2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
The 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Engine (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
08 CAN AM SPYDER .PARK BRAKE WARNING ON .PARK BRAKE NOT HOLDING . BUT BRAKES LOCKED UP AFTER BACKING OUT OF GARAGE. WAITED ABOUT 20 MIN AND THEY RELEASED. BUT LOCKED UP AGAIN WHEN APPLIED FOOT BRAKE . EACH TIME I USED FOOT BRAKE SAME THING WOULD HAPPEN.HAVE NOT RIDDEN SINCE PROBLEM.
MAIN SHAFT BEARINGS FAILED AT 24,000 MILES CAN AM TECHNICAL ADVISORIES HAVE DECREASED ATTENTION ON MAIN DRIVE BELT TWICE. MONTHS DELAY ON REPLACEMENT PARTS MAKES ME THINK A LOT OF THESE ARE FAILING. UNABLE TO GET ADEQUATE EXPLANATION FROM CUSTOMER SERVICE OUT OF CANADA. *TR
Safety Rating for the 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A-43672 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel Vapor Canister Vent Hose Inspection/Replacement.
110608 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
CAN-AM SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.BRP: A LIMITED QUANTITY OF ROADSTER SPYDER VEHICLES MAY HAVE ONE OR TWO DEFECTIVE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR CAPS. CSC LETTER WAS RECEIVED. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CAN-AM SPYDER RT
- 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RT (current)
- 2009 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 1 complaint
- 2010 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 31 complaints
- 2011 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 42 complaints
- 2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 60 complaints
- 2013 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 176 complaints
Other CAN-AM Models
- CAN-AM RYKER — 230 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER RS — 101 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER GS — 60 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER F3 — 41 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER — 40 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER ST — 36 total complaints
- CAN-AM OUTLANDER — 5 total complaints
- CAN-AM SPYDER F3-S — 5 total complaints