Can-Am Spyder F3 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 37 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Can-Am Spyder F3, across 12 model years (2015–2026). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (14). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Can-Am Spyder F3 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Spyder F3 year: 2018. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2018 Spyder F3: 14 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2019 Spyder F3: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2015 Spyder F3: 4 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2021 Spyder F3: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2024 Spyder F3: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2016 Spyder F3: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Can-Am Spyder F3 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 18 | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Can-Am Spyder F3 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Spyder F3 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2025 Spyder F3 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2024 Spyder F3 | 1 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2023 Spyder F3 | 3 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2022 Spyder F3 | 2 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2021 Spyder F3 | 1 | 0 | — | Visibility/wiper | |
| 2020 Spyder F3 | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2019 Spyder F3 | 5 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2018 Spyder F3 | 14 | 2 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2017 Spyder F3 | 3 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2016 Spyder F3 | 2 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2015 Spyder F3 | 4 | 1 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Can-Am Spyder F3 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2018 (14) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Spyder F3 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Can-Am Spyder F3?
Power Train, with 18 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Can-Am Spyder F3 have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.