2012 Can-Am Spyder RT vs 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Can-Am Spyder RT | 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 41 | 102 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 33 | 59 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 5,895 mi | 2,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Can-Am Spyder RT | Can-Am Spyder RT |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 22 | 58 |
| Engine | 8 | 42 |
| Structure | 4 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 9 |
| Seats | 0 | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 9 |
2012 Can-Am Spyder RT
2013 Can-Am Spyder RT
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.