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At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump's impeller may swell, causing the high-pressure fuel pump to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump at no charge.
This page covers 4 recalls and 16 owner complaints for the 2020 Can-Am Ryker.
Steering and wheel behavior dominate the complaint picture for the 2020 Can-Am Ryker. The most frequently reported issue involves instability during turns, owners describe the vehicle stuttering, shaking, or pulling sharply left or right while cornering, sometimes with a sensation resembling unintended ABS activation. This appears most often during left turns and is reported at relatively low speeds. Wheel-related complaints follow closely, with owners noting abnormal rear wheel vibration in turns and, in one isolated report, a front wheel detaching at highway speed while the vehicle was in motion. A small number of complaints also reference unexpected engine shutdowns while riding, with owners attributing these to fuel delivery problems.
16
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2020 Can-Am Ryker has 4 recalls, the most serious involving the front wheels, which may loosen or fully separate from the vehicle while riding, creating a significant risk of losing control.
Two of the recalls address wheel attachment problems. In one case, the wheel nuts can crack, allowing wheels to work loose over time. In the other, the front wheels may have been improperly installed at the factory and can detach from the motorcycle entirely while underway. Both conditions leave the rider with little ability to steer or stop safely. On the electrical side, wiring harnesses for the position lights and turn signals in the front fenders can work loose and rub against the tire, eventually shorting out and cutting engine power without warning. The fuel system also has a concern: a component inside the high-pressure fuel pump can swell and cause the pump to fail, which likewise stalls the engine mid-ride. Both the wiring and fuel pump issues share the same outcome, an unexpected engine cutout that can leave the rider in a dangerous situation, particularly in traffic or at speed.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump's impeller may swell, causing the high-pressure fuel pump to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump at no charge.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The electrical wires for the position light and flasher in the front fenders can loosen and rub against the tire, causing a short circuit that may stall the engine while driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will secure both harnesses in place at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front wheels may have been improperly installed and could separate from the motorcycle.
What the fix does
Dealers will check the front wheel tightness and reinstall the red locking clip.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wheel nuts can crack, which may cause the wheels to loosen.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the wheel nuts at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.