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#BS-2021-CANRYK-3EF32021 Can-Am RykerProblems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 70 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.
Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026
Preliminary Verdict
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Based on 70 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 2 recalls.
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
13 owners reported steering issues — failures commonly reported around 3K miles.
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Top cost driver: Steering (13 reports).
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2021 Can-Am Ryker: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Steering Issues
Steering complaints account for 19% of all reports filed for the 2021 Can-Am Ryker, with 13 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 3,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 3K-mile mark.
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2021 Can-Am Ryker, with 10 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Brakes Issues
Brakes complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2021 Can-Am Ryker, with 10 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Suspension Issues
Suspension complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2021 Can-Am Ryker, with 8 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to suspension-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
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Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2021 Can-Am Ryker. Recent trend: decreasing.
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Recall History (2 recalls)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Ryker motorcycles. The 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 an engine stall while driving.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (Bombardier) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Can-Am Ryker motorcycles. The impeller may swell, causing the high-pressure fuel pump to fail.
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NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 70 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026.
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