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2019 Can-Am Ryker

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
39
Latest Oct 29, 2024
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Dec 15, 2023
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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1 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 39 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2019 Can-Am Ryker, most frequently naming the steering, other / unspecified and brakes categories. 3 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 25 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

3 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
23V855000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Dec 15, 2023
10,969 units potentially affected
The defect: Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (Bombardier) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Can-Am Ryker motorcycles. The impeller may swell, causing the high-pressure fuel pump to fail.
The risk: A fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2024. Owners may contact Bombardier customer service at 1-888-272-9222. Bombardier's number for this recall is Bulletin 2023-10.
Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc.Manufacturer number Bulletin 2023-10View on NHTSA.gov
22V799000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Oct 22, 2022
46,119 units potentially affected
The defect: Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Ryker motorcycles. The position light and flasher electrical harnesses in the front fenders may loosen and rub on the tire, leading to a short circuit and resulting in an engine stall while driving.
The risk: An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will secure the two harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Bombardier customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc.Manufacturer number TBDView on NHTSA.gov
19V683000

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Sep 27, 2019
11,378 units potentially affected
The defect: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Can-Am Ryker motorcycles. The wheel nuts may crack, causing the wheels to loosen.
The risk: Loose wheels may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: BRP will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel nuts, free of charge. The recall began October 17, 2019. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.Manufacturer number 2020-1View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

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Steering
Filed Oct 29, 2024

If you hit a bump the steering will go out of alignment left or right and the direction is different Tight the column if the steering many times tight the was its engineered is too weak

NHTSA ID
11622617
Incident
Oct 29, 2024
Electrical
Filed Oct 23, 2023

The contact owns a 2019 Can Am Ryker. The contact stated that while making sharp left turns at moderate speeds, the vehicle independently slow downed without warning. The contact stated that the handlebars and the rear tire would vibrate during the failure. Upon investigation, the contact linked the cause of the failure to a defective turn sensor. The contact had taken the vehicle to two dealers for inspection. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 2,200.

NHTSA ID
11551342
Incident
Jul 1, 2023
Mileage
2,200 mi
Steering
Filed Oct 8, 2023

At approximately 5600 miles, my Can-Am Ryker went into limp mode during a ride, limiting my top speed to 50 mph on the highway. This unexpected and sudden occurrence put my safety and the safety of other road users at risk. Request for NHTSA Intervention: I am reaching out to NHTSA to request your immediate intervention in addressing this widespread safety concern with the Can-Am 3-wheel motorcycles manufactured by Can-Am BRP. It is crucial that this matter is investigated thoroughly, and necessary actions are taken to ensure the safety of riders and passengers who are at risk due to the malfunctioning Stability Control System and associated components. I kindly request that NHTSA: Conduct a comprehensive investigation into the safety issue described, including the YAW sensor, SAS system, and Stability Control System of Can-Am. Collaborate with Can-Am BRP to expedite the development and implementation of a reliable and effective solution to rectify the issue, ensuring the safety of riders. Consider issuing a safety recall or other appropriate actions to address the issue in all affected vehicles. The safety of riders and road users is of paramount importance, and I believe that NHTSA's intervention is crucial in ensuring that this issue is resolved promptly. Issue Description: The Stability Control System on my Can-Am 3-wheeler engages during low-speed left turns when it is not required, which leads to significant safety issues. This system does not engage in a similar manner during right turns of comparable speed and sharpness. When the Stability Control System engages on a left turn, power is unexpectedly cut to the rear wheel, and the right brake engages, resulting in a disconcerting "wobble," unsteadiness, and a sensation of jumping. This situation causes extreme unease and creates a sense of losing control over the vehicle.

NHTSA ID
11548894
Incident
Oct 7, 2023
BrakesDriver assistanceElectrical
Filed Sep 25, 2023

The Stability Control System engages on low speed left turns when it is not required. It does not engage on right turns at similar speed and sharpness of corner. Power is cut to the rear wheel and the right brake engages, causing a "wobble", unsteady, and jumping sensation. This creates unease and the sense of losing control. I've been told this is a common problem that the YAW sensor and sas system is faulting. please get this fixed as it is dangerous.

NHTSA ID
11546444
Incident
Sep 20, 2023
Other / unspecifiedSteering
Filed Aug 15, 2023

Can Am Ryker Wobbly Front and Back Tire/VSS Fault death wobbly VSS63 Code

NHTSA ID
11538615
Incident
Aug 14, 2023
Steering
Filed Aug 13, 2023

My Ryker has developed the Yaw SAS fault codes C006C & C0063C being excessive play in steering components. It is a very wide known problem causing the trike to go into limp mode with no consumer fix without a dealer getting involved. This comes down to a poor designed bushing on the SAS sensor that fails due to turning stress on it. I am aware of the TSB 137209 which is also on my list of repairs. I have about 5600 miles on it when the trike went into limp mode leaving me with a top speed of 50 mph on the highway. This forced me to finish my 45 minute trip home at a very unsafe speed on the highway as I had no way to have it towed home> I will now have to find a way to a dealer thats over an hour away just to get a quote on the repairs as they are the only affordable way to clear the codes after repairs are done

NHTSA ID
11538248
Incident
Aug 12, 2023
BrakesPowertrain (other)Steering
Filed Jun 25, 2023

The vehicle Stability Control System engages on low speed left turns when it is not required. It does not engage on right turns at similar speed and sharpness of corner. Power is cut to the rear wheel and the right brake engages, causing a "wobble", unsteady, and disconcerting sensation. This creates unease and the sense of losing control. Can Am has a service bulletin that may be related to this problem: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10181946-0001.pdf They will apply this fix if under warranty, but my warranty has expired. Many people have experienced this or similar problems.

NHTSA ID
11528711
Incident
Jun 23, 2023
Other / unspecifiedSteering
Filed May 22, 2023

I reached out to dealer ship and manufacture of my unit, explain to them that my unit has a serious wobble and shuddering skip while making turns in curves. I feel like it about to throw from the unit when it does this. I was told it was a yaw sensors. They would then tell me my bike is fine but it an ongoing issue that they refuse to look into

NHTSA ID
11523137
Incident
May 22, 2023

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

TST 144096

Upon installation of the 2-UP passenger seat, difficulty to install might result in the breakage of the latch.

TST 137209

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; SUSPENSION

RYKER YAW Rate - SAS Sensor Faults These 3 faults (C0063 and/or C0051 and *C006C) can be triggered if the front suspension has excessive play or the front wheel alignment is out of specification

TST 136437

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Rykers 900 engines that may have the incorrect camshaft timing. Ryker Equipped with the 900 engine may start well when cold but then can have a rough idle or even dies at idle when the engine is warmed up.

TST 137209

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC); SERVICE BRAKES; SUSPENSION

Yaw rate sensor faults might be triggered due to loose front suspension components.

TST 140638

EQUIPMENT; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

This TST includes solution for the noise that can be heard or felt under deceleration at high speed.

Bulletin 2023-2

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin is the detailed repair procedure if the position light and flasher electrical harness in the front fenders have rubbed on the tires wearing the insulating sheath.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Can-Am Ryker by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026000—
2025100—
2024000—
2023630—
2022334053.7
2021352038.4
2020164046.2
2019Viewing393042.7

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.