2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
6
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
6
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
The 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT has received a total of 6 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION. 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Suspension (2 complaints), Engine (1 complaint), and Fuelpropulsion System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT, potentially affecting up to 30,389 vehicles.
Recall 22V352000 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
| 30,389 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an interim repair until parts become available. Once parts are available, the front sprocket will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Assist | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2015 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V352000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available.
Defective front sproket
Defective front sproket
Defective front sproket
PURCHASED 9/2015, AS OF 11/16/17 HAVE 15,101 MILES. I AM REPLACING MY SECOND REAR SHOCK. THE ORIGINAL SHOCK BROKE AFTER 11 MONTHS, THE REPLACEMENT SHOCK BROKE WITHIN THE LAST 30 DAYS. HAVING TO HAVE A THIRD REAR SHOCK REPLACEMENT. THE WEIGHT LIMIT WAS NEVER EXCEEDED, THERE ARE NO SIGNS OF ABUSE OR NEGLECT. THE SPYDER HAS HAD ALL OF ITS REGULAR MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ON SCHEDULE AND BY A LICENSED BRP/CAN AM REPAIR CENTER. ALL THREE TIMES THIS HAS HAPPENED HAS BEEN AFTER LONG-DISTANCE TOURING TRIPS, EACH THAT LASTED 6-8 DAYS AND COVERED BETWEEN 1600-2400 MILES; BASICALLY FROM FLORIDA UP TO NC, VA, AND NORTHERN GA, SPECIFICALLY. WHAT CAUSED ME TO NOTICE THERE WAS A PROBLEM WERE A) THE STABILITY CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE, B) ROUGH RIDING CONDITIONS ON SMOOTH INTERSTATE SURFACES, AND C) EXTREME "BOUNCING" GOING ACROSS ROAD LEVELS.
Safety Rating for the 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
POSTING NOISE — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Inquiry about noticed complaints in the public Spyder forums that some customers are noticed that their fuel pumps get louder since they got 2013-10 safety campaign done. Reference to the Technical Setvice Tip( TST) included.
B-2015-5 — PARKING BRAKE
Insufficient parking brake cable tension when applied.
109796 — POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
THE HOSES MAY BE INCORRECTLY ATTACHED TO THE CLUTCH ASSIST SOLENOID. THIS WILL CAUSE THE CLUTCH LEVEL TO BE DIFFICULT TO PULL IN. NO OTHER SYMPTOMS OR DAMAGE TO CLUTCH ARE POSSIBLE. REPAIR PROCEDURE TO INSPECT AND INSTALL THE HOSES CORRECTLY ARE DESCRIBED.
B-2015-1 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Oil Sweating from SE6 Clutch Clover HCM Connector
PRE 2015-1 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Warranty Bulletin. Oil Sweating from Clutch Cover HCM Connector.
PRE-2015-7 — BACK OVER PREVENTION
Gearbox position sensor contamination additional information.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CAN-AM SPYDER RT
- 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
- 2014 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 16 complaints
- 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER RT (current)
- 2016 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 9 complaints
- 2017 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 7 complaints
- 2018 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 15 complaints
- 2019 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 7 complaints
- 2020 CAN-AM SPYDER RT — 6 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