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2017 Can-Am Spyder F3 problems

The most common problem on the 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3 is transmission and drivetrain. Its complaint count is close to a typical Spyder F3 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
13
Worst area
Transmission

The worst 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Transmission
    3

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  • Transmission
    3

Recalls 2

Power train: manual transmission: internal: shaft: outputReported September 30, 2024 · 8,721 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Can-Am Spyder F3 and RT motorcycles. The engine output shaft may fatigue and break, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The output shaft will be replaced based on the mileage of the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2025. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1‑888‑272‑9222.

Recall number 24V728000 · Recall details

Power train: manual transmissionReported May 18, 2022 · 30,389 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 22V352000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3 13

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 13 bulletins for the 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3

What 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 14, 2025 · Transmission · VA

See attached document for complaint. I am writing to you about the attached letter from BRP (reference letter dated January 22, 2025 re: Engine Output Shaft Can Break- Potential Loss of Drive Power-the federal safety agency Campaign ID Number 24V728). My Can-Am Spyder is affected by this issue. As stated in the instructions in the letter, I contacted my local authorized BRP Can-Am dealer to have the repair completed. I provided my Can-Am Spyder RT to Coleman Powers ports in Falls Church, VA on March 26, 2025. The letter goes on to state that the repair takes approximately 8 hours. After discussion with Coleman Powers ports, they advised this is grossly incorrect, as the engine must be removed and the work scope is orders of magnitude greater than 8 hours. Bottom line: I am writing this letter on October 18, 2025, and I still do not have my Spyder back. I periodically call the shop, and they have been understanding of my frustration and seem to be doing their best, but I understand they have stopped taking in vehicles for this warranty repair due to the extensive work scope and hours required for each unit. I am not satisfied that BRP has done their best to remedy this situation. They should offer alternate repair options, assist the shop, or do whatever it takes it get my Spyder back to me (6+ months and counting is completely unreasonable for a repair that BRP says in the letter should take 8 hours). If there is anything you can do to push BRP to get involved, that would be appreciated. (Note: I've called them twice already, but no meaningful advice was provided other than for me to contact the shop).

Filed Oct 8, 2025 · Transmission · FL

The contact owns a 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V728000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and the contact was informed that the part for the recall repair was discontinued. The representative stated that parts were not available. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Mar 8, 2025 · Transmission · AR

How sad it is that in a recall of a deficient product, that the manufacturer gets to not fix the vehicle if it has more miles on it than they like (see attached, my vehicle is a 2017 with 60K). If a product is deficient, it is deficient, isn't it? Just because I like the vehicle and take good care of it, they penalize me by not replacing the deficient part. Is this part of the federal safety agency policy? Now if that part breaks, I have to pay to fix their defective product with my Social Security income, and I'm sure it won't be cheap! If this is your policy, thanks for not taking care of ALL of us! Oliver (OJ) Miles

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Questions about the 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3

Is the 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3 reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3, close to a typical Spyder F3 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 3 complaints.

How many recalls does the 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3 have?

2 recalls, covering power train.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Can-Am Spyder F3 transmission?

Yes, 2 recalls: 24V728000, 22V352000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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