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2015 Can-AM Spyder F3 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2015 Can-AM Spyder F3 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

4

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2015 compare to other Spyder F3 years?

Spyder F3 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted18 complaints2015: 4 complaints2016: 2 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 18 complaints2019: 6 complaints2020: 3 complaints2021: 1 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 5 complaints2024: 1 complaints
Spyder F3 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2015 Can-AM Spyder F3 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission375%
Engine125%

Does the 2015 Can-AM Spyder F3 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V352000TransmissionMay 18, 2022 · 30,389 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2015 Can-Am Spyder F3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V352000 (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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · May 1, 2022

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CAN-AM SPYDER F3. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE RETURNER BOLT BECAME DETACHED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WHERE IT WAS TOWED TO I MOTOR SPORT (334 WEST GRANT, ELM HURST, IL 60126, [PHONE]). THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 8, 2017

2015 Can-AM Spyder F3 — common questions

Is the 2015 Can-AM Spyder F3 reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2015 Can-AM Spyder F3 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2015 Can-AM Spyder F3. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.