The contact owns a 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH and attempting to upshift into the next gear, the shifter seized and failed to operate as designed. The contact pulled over, and the vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the left shifting switch on the handlebar was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 2,200.
The worst 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission6
- Brakes2
- Engine2
- Fuel system2
- Steering2
Problems by type
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- Transmission6
- Brakes2
- Engine2
- Fuel system2
- Steering2
- Seats1
Recalls 2
Power train: manual transmission: internal: shaft: output
- What is wrong
- Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Can-Am Spyder F3 and RT motorcycles. The engine output shaft may fatigue and break, resulting in a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The output shaft will be replaced based on the mileage of the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2025. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1‑888‑272‑9222.
Recall number 24V728000 · Recall details
Power train: manual transmission
- What is wrong
- Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Can-Am Spyder F3 and RT motorcycles. The front sprocket may be defective and prematurely wear, resulting in a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will perform an interim repair until parts become available. Once parts are available, the front sprocket will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1‑888‑272‑9222.
Recall number 22V352000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 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.
- The front sprocket might be stuck on the mainshaft upon disassembly
- Engine Oil Level reading Issue Impossible to read the oil level on the dipstick.
- Revision of TST 140875 P0730 Active Fault Fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear...
- Spyder P0730 Active Fault
- Missing or damaged scavenge pump components could lead to poor engine performance on 1330 engines.
- Front Sprocket Wear- Interim Solution As covered in the SAFETY CAMPAIGN BULLETIN 2019-10, The front...
- Safety Campaign- Front Sprocket Wear- Potential Loss of Propulsion The front sprocket may be defective and...
- Warranty Bulletin Spyder RT and F3
- Electric parking brake not holding when applied.
- Trailer module may fail.
What 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My wife RODE our 2018 Can Am Spyder 70 miles to have recall 24V728 completed on 4/23/25. Today is 6/24/25 and we still do not have vehicle back. Dealership pulled engine replaced output shaft put it back together and it will now not shift correctly. Dealership has been trying to figure out the problem and in contact with BRP. At first it was something about it not accepting updated programming, then it was something about an oil pressure sensor creating the issue, and now they say it is the HCM which I believe is hydraulic control module in the transmission. On May 7th in an email from BRP Customer Service this statement below was made by the customer service representative. "I have spoken with the dealership, and they have reassured me that the new issues you've mentioned are indeed linked to the recall. They are working diligently to resolve these matters and expect your unit to be repaired by the end of this week." It is now 6/24/25 and BRP is trying to walk back the statement made above by saying it is not related to recall simply because what they think the problem is, is not an inexpensive part. Fact of the matter is it was fully functional when my wife rode it down to dealership the work was done and now the transmission will not shift properly and what they think will fix the issue just happens to be inside the transmission the dealership just had torn apart. Based on other comments from other owners of this type of vehicle I am not the first one to have problems with this recall and I don't believe BRP has a dealer network entirely capable of doing the recall, and the BRP Customer Service rep has been of little help. I do have all the emails between myself and the BRP customer service rep if needed.
After receiving the safety recall notice from the manufacturer, BRP, in January 2025, I attempted to have the safety recall completed at a dealership in the Pittsburgh PA area. I was initially told by the MOSITES Dealership that they were not able to complete the safety recall because of the time it takes to perform the recall, which ties up their service lifts and mechanic's time. I contacted BRP, who contacted MOSITES WEST in Pittsburgh, PA, and they made a service appointment to complete the safety recall on April 3rd. I dropped the bike off for service on April 3rd. Weeks later, I was told by Gabe in the MOSITES Service Dept. they were waiting for parts and had not started the repair. I contacted BRP who verfied MOSITES West had received the parts and that MOSITES would start the repair soon. That was April 24th. I called and left message for Gabe at the MOSITES West Service Dept. in May for an update but got no return phone call. I contacted BRP and asked for an update and a possible loaner vehicle if it would take much longer, since MOSITES had my bike for more than 30 days. On May 7th, BRP advised MOSITES had not started the safety recall yet, a loaner vehicle was not possible, and MOSITES could not say when they would be able to start the recall repair.
The contact owns a 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V728000 (POWER TRAIN). The vehicle was taken to a local dealer; however, the recall repair was not completed. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue; however, the manufacturer declined to repair the vehicle. The contact was informed that the mileage requirement had been exceeded as stated in the recall remedy. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Referance Recall Number 24V728. On 22 Jan 2025 manufacturer BRP indicates vehicle does NOT require defective output shaft replacement for vehicles with mileage over 37282. My vehicle has a little over 40,000 miles. In Part 573 Safety Recall 24V‑728 (22 Jan 2025) "Vehicle 2" states "All the My2018 population was assembled with the new flexation method and are included". Taking this strategy, BRP is failing to repair a vehicle included as part of the at risk population of vehicles. A safety recall should have no mileage cap. Safety recalls involve USE, VALUE, and SAFETY, not longevity/mileage.
The contact owns a 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V728000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and opened a case. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V352000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
While driving the vehicle a clunking sound was heard and at the same time I experienced a loss of propulsion. The vehicle is currently in the process of being repaired as it was determined that the front drive sprocket main drive shaft had sheared. Fortunately I was able to pull off the highway at an intersection onto a much less congested street. There were not warning lights or indications that forewarned me of this event. The vehicle was towed as it was unable to proceed under its own power to the residence of the owner. After further evaluation the vehicle was taken to a dealership for diagnosis and repair. The VIN provided has no displayable records on Carfax.
Driving my spyder on the interstate it would show a code dps on my display and as long as it displayed you could not steer motorcycle. This happened at least six times in one week. You could stop and shut unit off then restart and go 50 to 100 miles then flash code dps again. The fault code p0550 was stored as long as bike was running.
Heated seat ceases to operate after 40 mins. Parking brake will not release.
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Questions about the 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT
Is the 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT reliable?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT, 1.7 times a typical Spyder RT model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 6 complaints. Next is brakes (2).
How many recalls does the 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT have?
2 recalls, covering power train.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT transmission?
Yes, 2 recalls: 24V728000, 22V352000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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