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#BS-2020-CANSPY-7B8B2020 Can-Am Spyder RTProblems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 6 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.
Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026
Preliminary Verdict
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Based on 6 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 2 recalls.
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
2 owners reported lights issues — failures commonly reported around 3K miles.
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Top cost driver: Lights (2 reports).
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2020 Can-Am Spyder RT: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Lights Issues
Lights complaints account for 33% of all reports filed for the 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 2,990 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 3K-mile mark.
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Seats Issues
Seats complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to seats-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Brakes Issues
Brakes complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-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 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT. Recent trend: stable.



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Recall History (2 recalls)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles. During emergency braking situations, the support which holds the brake mechanism could break, causing a total loss of braking ability.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Spyder RT and 2022-2023 Ryker motorcycles. The brake lights may stay illuminated even if the brake pedal is not pressed. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and associated Equipment."
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
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About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 6 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 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026.
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