MYRModel Year Report

2008 Can-Am Spyder RS

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2008 Can-Am Spyder RS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:37:42.524Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Can-Am Spyder RS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2008: 37 complaints 2008 2009: 13 complaints 2009 2010: 8 complaints 2010 2011: 5 complaints 2011 2012: 6 complaints 2012 2013: 4 complaints 2013 2014: 1 complaints 2014 2016: 1 complaints 2016
2008: 37 complaints
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YearComplaints
200837
200913
20108
20115
20126
20134
20141
20161

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 59%

59% of complaints: steering — 22 distinct reports on file.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 16%

16% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 6 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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CAN AM SPYDER WAS BEING RIDDEN BY OWNERS WHEN IT CAUGHT FIRE AND WITHIN 5 MINUTES THE GAS TANK HAD EXPLODED AND BIKE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES .

NHTSA ODI report, 20130228

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BOMBARDIER BOMBARDIER PRODUCTS CAN-AM SPYDER ROADSTER. WHILE PULLING INTO THE GARAGE, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20090518

ENGINE 11%

11% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED 2008 CAN-AM SPYDER RS MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP AFTER DRIVING 5 MPH. WHILE STOPPED, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120711

IT APPEARS THE FOIL-FOAM HEAT SHIELD IGNITED FROM THE HEAT OF THE EXHAUST PIPE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120709

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 8%

8% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 3 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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I HAD RIDDEN THE CAN AM SPYDER ROADSTER FOR APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES BEFORE STOPPING AT COSTCO AND FILLING IT UP. NO OVERFILL OR GAS SPILLED. I ROAD APPROX. 2 MILES HOME, PARKED, AND WENT INTO THE HOUSE FOR APPROX. 3 OR 4 MINUTES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100929

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Can-Am Spyder RS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RS reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RS?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RS have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.