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Can-Am Spyder GS years to avoid, worst and best years

Owners have filed 45 complaints about the Can-Am Spyder GS since 2008, and 3 recalls have been issued. The 2008 model year has 31 complaints, more than any other year, led by steering and electrical problems.

No year stands outAll years close to typical
Owner complaints
45
Recalls
3
Worst year
2008
Model years
2008-2009

Can-Am Spyder GS years to avoid

No model year of the Can-Am Spyder GS stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Best Can-Am Spyder GS years

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Can-Am Spyder GS complaints by model year

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

20082009

How we calculate this

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

Most common Can-Am Spyder GS problems

All model years combined.

  • Steering
    27
  • Engine
    6
  • Electrical
    6
  • Fuel system
    4
  • Brakes
    3
  • Body
    3
  • Transmission
    2
  • Lights
    2
  • Driver assistance
    2
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Seats
    1

Can-Am Spyder GS problems year by year

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YearScoreComplaintsTop problemTypical mileageRecallsCrashes
20098514Steering3,50021
20087431Steering8,00033

Recalls 3

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Questions about the Can-Am Spyder GS

What years of the Can-Am Spyder GS should you avoid?

No single model year of the Can-Am Spyder GS has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Can-Am Spyder GS?

There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

What is the most common problem with the Can-Am Spyder GS?

Steering, with 27 complaints across all years, followed by engine (6) and electrical (6).

How many recalls does the Can-Am Spyder GS have?

3 recalls between 2008 and 2009. The 2008 model year has the most, with 3.

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