Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2023 Can-am Ryker peaked in 2023, with 2 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2023 Can-am Ryker
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in Mexico. Owner complaints on file from Oct 23, 2023 to Aug 29, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year392k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints77.0 times the median 2023 motorcycle
Severity index0.02023 motorcycles average 7.9
First 24 months4Complaints in its first two years
Components
43% of complaints about the 2023 Can-am Ryker name steering
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
3 recall campaigns cover the 2023 Can-am Ryker
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V-855 | Dec 15, 2023 | Impeller may swell, causing the high-pressure fuel pump to fail | Fuel system | 10,969 | Part replacement |
| 23V-175 | Mar 17, 2023 | Brake lights may stay illuminated even if the brake pedal is not pressed | Lighting | 34,457 | Part replacement |
| 22V-799 | Oct 22, 2022 | Position light and flasher electrical harnesses in the front fenders may loosen and rub on the tire, leading to a short circuit and resulting in… | Electrical system | 46,119 | Repair or modification |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2023 Can-am Ryker
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
7 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Aug 29, 2026Failure Aug 28, 2026Loris, SCService brakes
Brake light stays illuminated even when brakes are not engaged. Upon research internet shows this is a recall issue affecting 35,000+ can-am rykers but when I contact my dealer they say that it is not a recall. Can someone please look into this? I believe it should absolutely be a recall and fixed at no cost.
NHTSA complaint 11760603 - Filed Jul 16, 2026Failure Jun 5, 2026Hendersonville, TNSuspension, Tires
The contact owns a 2023 Can-Am Ryker. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was performing normally. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the tires needed to be replaced and balanced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 0.8.
NHTSA complaint 11750780 - Filed May 2, 2025Failure May 1, 2025Aptos CA, CASteering, Suspension, Wheels
Common problem amongst Can Am Ryker riders. When making a sweeping left turn between 20-40 mph, the right front wheel will brake/accelerate on it's own and the bike will jerk. It also causes the right wheel to wobble forcing me to accelerate or decelerate to retain control of the bike. I quick google search produced hundreds of other riders experiencing the same issue and that BRP/Can Am does not have a permanent fix for this issue. I love riding my Ryker, but have avoided it for anything more than a couple mile ride to the store for fear of losing control or being rear ended when it decelerates on it's own. Please investigate.
NHTSA complaint 11658338 - Filed Jun 11, 2024Failure Jun 1, 2024clarkesville, GAElectrical system, Suspension
yaw sensor, codes C0063, C006C, rear end feels like it's trying to break free from the road.
NHTSA complaint 11593610 - Filed May 7, 2024Failure May 7, 2024Ladson, SCFuel/propulsion system
BRP has launched a recall campaign (23V855) for the fuel pump on ALL YEARS of Can-Am Ryker spanning from 2019-2024 but somehow my 2023 3JB2HEH43PJ000138 ryker is not included in the affected population. I've seen too many instances of the ryker being stranded on the side of the road that I am beginning to get worried that I might get stranded as well. My Ryker is an early 2023MY production(september 2022) so I have reasons to believe that my unit should have been included in the affected population. Can you please add my vehicle to the affected population for this campaign?
NHTSA complaint 11587361 - Filed Oct 23, 2023Failure Sep 17, 20231,000 milesSevierville, TNYaw/angle sensor
The contact owns a 2023 Can Am Ryker. The contact stated that while making a sharp turn to the left or the right, the front end of the vehicle locked up without warning. The contact also stated that the failure usually occurred while driving above 20 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the contact was informed that the yaw sensor had caused the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.
NHTSA complaint 11551396 - Filed Oct 23, 2023Failure Aug 19, 2023Mechanicsburg, PASteering
When making left turns the computer causes the left turn to become unsafe, a feeling in the steering line a flat tire, or otherwise causing over steering and can result in accidents due to the faulty computer system. Issue appears to effect many Can Am Rykers, it is a known defect per the dealers, and even through 4 years of production Can Am has failed to resolve this known issue. There is no solution or work around, except to put up with it. The vehicle stabilize computer system caused intermittent "limp mode" problems after or during the left turn also
NHTSA complaint 11551380
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
7 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- TST 144096 Jun 6, 2025 · Other
Upon installation of the 2-UP passenger seat, difficulty to install might result in the breakage of the latch. - Quality Bulletin 2024-12 Mar 5, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Ryker Vehicle Stability System (VSS) Issues Variation in the front wheel alignment process on the production line can have an influence on the Vehicle Stability System (VSS) activation. - Warranty Bulletin 2023-7 Jun 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The D.E.S.S. system was not activated from factory on the MY23 Ryker vehicles. - TST 136437 Apr 2, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rykers 900 engines that may have the incorrect camshaft timing. Ryker Equipped with the 900 engine may start well when cold but then can have a rough idle or even dies at idle when the engine is warmed up. - TST 142164 Oct 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The tightening torque of the Bowden cable (parking brake) nut may not be adequate. - TST 137209 Dec 12, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Yaw rate sensor faults might be triggered due to loose front suspension components. - Bulletin 2023-2 Nov 16, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin is the detailed repair procedure if the position light and flasher electrical harness in the front fenders have rubbed on the tires wearing the insulating sheath.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.