repaired · 2015 Q4
Tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
Risk. If the fuel cap does not seal properly, it may leak fuel vapors.
2010 Can-Am Spyder RTProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 24 owner complaints about the 2010 Can-Am Spyder RT, most often about the steering. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 12V-582 the manufacturer reports only 73% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 19, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2010 Can-Am Spyder RT has problems
24 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Steering
6Power train
3Engine and engine cooling
2Engine
2Service brakes, hydraulic
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Suspension
1Electronic stability control (ESC)
1Exterior lighting
33 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 8 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2010 Can-Am Spyder RT recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Controls: foot control/valve
Risk. IF THIS OCCURS, A TOTAL LOSS OF MAIN BRAKE FUNCTION COULD RESULT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
no report yet
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO BE PUSHED OFF THE ROADWAY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE MAY STALL WITHOUT WARNING AND COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Can-Am.
Best & worst years
2010 vs. every other Spyder RT year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Spyder RT median. How we score
'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Spyder RT owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
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…
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
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