On April 8, 2026, while riding on a busy 8 Lane (4 each direction) interstate during evening rush hour, I experienced immediate loss of propulsion when I attempted to engage the throttle. There was absolutely no power, just a grinding noise. I immediately put on my hazard lights and began working my way over toward the right berm. The exit was within a very short distance and I was able to exit the interstate and pulled in to the first road I could. I had to put my Can Am Spyder in neutral so my husband could push me off to the side of the road to safety. There were no warnings or symptoms prior to my immediate loss of propulsion. I was placed in harm's way because most drivers were traveling in excess of the speed limit of 70 mph. I was in fear for my life as there were truck tractors and other vehicles within feet of the rear of my Can Am Spyder as I made my way to safety. The loss of proplusion was caused by the output shaft stripping the front sprocket. The sprocket was physically inspected by a dealership and BRP as well and replaced with another sprocket. I previously had a 2018 Can Am Spyder F3 and the sprocket was replaced 4 times due to the same issue, however my sprockets were always replaced before an epic fail as happened in this case. There was a recall and final fix with a stronger sprocket by BRP. I do not want anyone else to experience this safety issue.
The worst 2023 Can-Am Spyder F3 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
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- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
Recalls 1
Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices
- What is wrong
- Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (Bombardier) is recalling certain 2023 Can-Am F3 and F3-S motorcycles. The rearview mirror lens may dislodge from the housing.
- Risk
- A detached rearview mirror lens can decrease rear visibility for the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new mirror assemblies, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 25, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed January 22, 2024. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1‑888‑272‑9222. Bombardier's number for this recall is Bulletin 2023-9. This recall is an expansion of Recall 23V‑053.
Recall number 23V856000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Can-Am Spyder F3 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Under some circonstances it is possible to hear a chirping noise coming from the right side of the engine...
- Spyder seat and top case shock retrofit There is complaints that the seat and top case shocks are too weak...
- The front sprocket might be stuck on the mainshaft upon disassembly
- Engine Oil Level reading Issue Impossible to read the oil level on the dipstick.
- Revision of TST 140875 P0730 Active Fault Fault code can be triggered if the unit has the wrong rear...
- Insufficient Torque on the Parking Brake Cable Nut The parking brake cable retaining nut may not have been...
What 2023 Can-Am Spyder F3 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a Biltwell Bonanza helmet. The contact stated that while driving a 2023 Can-Am Spyder F3 at 60 MPH in windy weather, the helmet visor unexpectedly detached. The contact emailed the helmet retailer to make them aware of the failure. The helmet was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.Â
VSS fault Hill hold control not working Loud knock from shifting gear Warranty company refused to provide towing , vehicle is under warranty till 2027. Escalated complaint unaddressed. Not notified of recall since December 2023. Purchased October 2023.
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Questions about the 2023 Can-Am Spyder F3
Is the 2023 Can-Am Spyder F3 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2023 Can-Am Spyder F3, close to a typical Spyder F3 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Can-Am Spyder F3?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2023 Can-Am Spyder F3 have?
1 recall, covering visibility.
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