MYRModel Year Report

2012 Can-Am Spyder RS

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2012 Can-Am Spyder RS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:37:44.949Z

Only 6 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Can-Am Spyder RS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 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
2012: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
200837
200913
20108
20115
20126
20134
20141
20161

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 6 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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5 MILES INTO A TEST RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE DEVELOPED A SHAKING IN THE FRONT END FROM SIDE TO SIDE THAT WAS FELT IN THE HANDLE BARS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130128

POWER TRAIN

1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.

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WHILE DRIVING AT 45 TO 50 MPH WITH THE DISPLAY SHOWING THAT THE BIKE WAS IN 4TH GEAR, THE TRANSMISSION WENT INTO A NEUTRAL STATE WHERE I COULD NOT SHIFT UP OR DOWN, COULD ONLY DRIFT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140804

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

FIRE
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MY 2012 SPYDER CAUGHT FIRE WHILE RIDING IT IN WEST PEMBROKE PINES FLORIDA ON A BEAUTIFUL SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT I LOOKED DOWN TO FIND FLAMES COMING UP THROUGH THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT COVER AND THROUGH THE SIDE PANELS THANK GOD I WAS...

NHTSA ODI report, 20180115

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 6 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20121221 — fuel system, gasoline

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder GS, RS, and RT series vehicles. The fuel cap may not fit onto the fuel tank filler neck, preventing

Remedy: BRP will notify owners and send them a replacement fuel cap, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2013. Owners may contact BRP AT 1-888-638-5397.

Campaign 12V582000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Can-Am Spyder RS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 12V582000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 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 2012 Can-Am Spyder RS?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Can-Am Spyder RS have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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