MYRModel Year Report

2008 Can-Am Spyder RT

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2008 Can-Am Spyder RT
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:37:48.104Z

Only 2 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 2 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 RT Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaints 2010: 24 complaints 2011: 29 complaints 2011 2012: 41 complaints 2013: 102 complaints 2014: 13 complaints 2014 2015: 4 complaints 2016: 9 complaints 2017: 7 complaints 2017 2018: 12 complaints 2019: 6 complaints 2020: 6 complaints 2020 2021: 6 complaints 2022: 1 complaints 2023: 1 complaints 2023 2024: 4 complaints 2024
2008: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
20082
20091
201024
201129
201241
2013102
201413
20154
20169
20177
201812
20196
20206
20216
20221
20231
20244

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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08 CAN AM SPYDER .PARK BRAKE WARNING ON .PARK BRAKE NOT HOLDING . BUT BRAKES LOCKED UP AFTER BACKING OUT OF GARAGE. WAITED ABOUT 20 MIN AND THEY RELEASED. BUT LOCKED UP AGAIN WHEN APPLIED FOOT BRAKE .

NHTSA ODI report, 20190527

ENGINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.

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MAIN SHAFT BEARINGS FAILED AT 24,000 MILES CAN AM TECHNICAL ADVISORIES HAVE DECREASED ATTENTION ON MAIN DRIVE BELT TWICE. MONTHS DELAY ON REPLACEMENT PARTS MAKES ME THINK A LOT OF THESE ARE FAILING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141029

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Can-Am Spyder RT — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RT 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 RT?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RT 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.