2008 Can-Am Spyder RS steering problems
22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RS — 59% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 can-am spyder roadster. The contact stated the motorcycle was included in an unknown recall regarding the steering, which called for the software cluster console to be replaced. The motorcycle received the repair. In addition, the contact stated that the power steering…”
filed Sep 29, 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 can-am spyder roadster motorcycle. While driving approximately 75 mph, the vehicle independently steered to the right and then the opposite direction. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The contact disconnected the power steering fuse. The vehicle…”
filed Apr 21, 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 can-am spyder roadster. Once the contact began riding the vehicle, the steering failed and a check dps warning indicator illuminated. This was a recurring failure. The vehicle was driven to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the dps unit needed to be replaced. The…”
filed Sep 22, 2015
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Can-Am Spyder RS
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.