Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2023 Can-am Spyder RT peaked in 2025, with 1 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 Spyder RT
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in Canada. Owner complaints on file from Aug 12, 2025 to Aug 12, 2025.
Recall campaigns covering this model year134k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2023 motorcycle
Severity index0.02023 motorcycles average 7.9
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2023 Can-am Spyder RT name electrical system
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
One recall campaign covers the 2023 Can-am Spyder RT
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-175 | Mar 17, 2023 | Brake lights may stay illuminated even if the brake pedal is not pressed | Lighting | 34,457 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2023 Can-am Spyder RT
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.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Aug 12, 2025Failure May 15, 2025Grimsley, TNElectrical system
BRP redesigned the alternator drive shaft starting with the 2023 model year. The alternator drive has a friction drive device built into the shaft. The shaft is making a squealing noise under normal operation. This friction unit is designed to only slip when a heavy load is applied to the alternator, ie when turning at idle. The problem is that when it slips the alternator cuts out and steering get difficult with out electric assistance. I also fear that this will prematurely wear the friction material off the shaft which will result in metal to metal shavings being released into the engine. Initially I was told it was The wrong oil being used, The bike has been serviced exclusively at my canal dealer using only canal parts.
NHTSA complaint 11680284
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
6 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 145277 Mar 21, 2026 · Other
Under some circonstances it is possible to hear a chirping noise coming from the right side of the engine The noise was identified as worn friction washers on the alternator shaft - TST 144649 Oct 2, 2025 · Other
Spyder seat and top case shock retrofit There is complaints that the seat and top case shocks are too weak A new seat and top case shock absorber we're introduced for MY2025, however claims keep coming in and the wrong replacement part is used - TST 143615 Mar 2, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The front sprocket might be stuck on the mainshaft upon disassembly - TST 140875 Rev Mar 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Revision of TST 140875 P0730 Active Fault Fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear sprocket or a different wheel size. The cluster will stop displaying the gear indication and check engine light came on (limp home condition) and th… - TST 134170 Mar 26, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine Oil Level reading Issue Impossible to read the oil level on the dipstick. - Bulletin 2023-5 Mar 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Warranty Bulletin: Insufficient Torque on the Parking Brake Cable Nut The parking brake cable retaining nut may not have been properly tightened to specification.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.