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2008 Can-Am Spyder RT problems

The most common problem on the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RT is brakes. It has fewer complaints than a typical Spyder RT model year.

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Owner complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
12
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 2008 Can-Am Spyder RT problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    1
  • Engine
    1

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    1
  • Engine
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RT 12

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2008 Can-Am Spyder RT owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 27, 2019 · Brakes · NC

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 . Each time I used foot brake same thing would happen.have not ridden since problem.

Filed Oct 29, 2014 · Engine · 24,000 miles · NC

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. Unable to get adequate explanation from customer service out of canada.

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Questions about the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RT

Is the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RT reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RT, fewer than a typical Spyder RT model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RT?

Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).

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

No recalls on record.

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