F3 Recall - Chassis reinforcement

[Ron2andia]

Damn crazy man! I just put the bike away for the winter. Cold here y'all. Guess I'll look into now so I can ride in the spring.

[WIDOWSSON]

THE MANUAL IS IN THE FRUNK. YOU ANSWERED THE QUESTION AND I THANKED YOU.

So why are you storing the manual

[BRPcare]

Hi all,

There was indeed a proactive warranty campaign released on January 12th regarding chassis reinforcement on the F3 and F3 S, to halt or prevent a crack around the welding of the rear shock absorber upper bracket. The reinforcement kit will ensure full long-term structural reliability of the frame section. It's important to note that in the unlikely event any further crack or deformation should appear in the same area addressed by this warranty bulletin, BRP will cover this frame repair under a lifetime warranty.

Also note that this is not a safety recall. You should still get this bulletin performed to avoid any preventable damages. General dynamic behavior and handling capability are not affected.

[spydaman60]

WHERE CAN YOU LOCATE THIS?

your warranty info should have this on it. also your dealer, if they have done any work on your f3 should know it already!!

[Kennard]

Showed up at my dealer today with several warranty issues. Bad key and faulty gas cap both of which had been reported and parts ordered. Also noted on the work order was crooked handle bars and foot fairings were cracked. While I was setting in the customers lounge I got a Facebook post that the F3 frames were fracturing at the top shock mount and the date of the bulletin was 12 January 2016. I walked back to the service area and told the service writer to look up the service notice added to my list. The road mobile is really except the reinforcement piece is on order. I've said all along the F3S rear shock was weak and can't handle large folks like me 6"2' 228 lbs. I understand the 2016 has a different rear shock. I'm looking for a change soon.

[Marker]

Just heard news about F3 recall. Chassis reinforcement is needed due to reports of some F3 chassis breaking.
Going to ring my dealer in morning to get some more clarification on issue. Apparently all F3 models are affected.
Would be great to hear from others on this issue.

Here is the link to Lamonster Garage to read about the recall

http://www.lamonstergarage.com/news/

[ARtraveler]

Thanks for the updates both from Lamomster and Steve from BRP Care. This info let's us know that the recall is legit.

[petegtsv10]

My dealer already has her parts ordered and said the recall will take less than half an hour.

[ATitus]

I stopped by my dealer yesterday and had them go ahead and open a ticket to order the new part. I didn't want to get caught in the crush at the start of riding season. As soon as the part comes in I'll get a call.

[OJ UK]

My dealer's calling me when the parts are in stock. Spoke to their chief tech about it and this is a recall for ALL 2015 F3s.
Nice that the guys at BRP are giving a lifetime warranty on the repair. I'll see if I can work in the improved shock at the same time.

[fencepost]

My dealer called today and said parts are in.

[Spydrinsidr]

My dealer called today and said parts are in.

I was due to pick up my new F3S Steel today but when I informed the Dealer here in Western Sydney of the warranty campaign I'd seen on our forum the Business Manager confirmed they were currently halting all new Spyder deliveries due to same. Parts were at least ordered by them last Wed/Thurs so shouldn't be more than an extra day or two they are telling me.

[OJ UK]

to SpyderLovers from the UK.
Good to know that your dealer is up to speed!

[MidTNDawg]

Part for mine was ordered immediately.

[griffontamer]

Wow, good to know, thanks for posting!

[DLewis]

This is a reason why it's GREAT to be a SpyderLover's member. Find out all sorts of things before they are even mentioned at the dealer. Thanks Darren for starting this thread. Contacting dealer today!

[WIDOWSSON]

JUST CALLED MY DEALER AND TOLD ME TO BRING IN WHENEVER BUT ALSO SAID THERE IS ONE FOR THE BRAKE LIGHT WIRE ROUTING. IS ANYONE ELSE AWARE OF THIS?

[Darren111]

JUST CALLED MY DEALER AND TOLD ME TO BRING IN WHENEVER BUT ALSO SAID THERE IS ONE FOR THE BRAKE LIGHT WIRE ROUTING. IS ANYONE ELSE AWARE OF THIS?

Not aware of the brake light wire routing, I will ring 158 Performance in the morning to find out if they know anything about this issue. Thank you for mentioning this to us

[jcasey]

I called dealer and part is ordered. I checked BRP site and found no recall.

[billybovine]

I called dealer and part is ordered. I checked BRP site and found no recall.

That's because it is not a recall. It is warranty campaign. Safety recalls are for items that may cause injury or death. This problem does not.

[WIDOWSSON]

It is greatly appreciated. Some people just dont know. That is the one of the reasons for a forum.

That's because it is not a recall. It is warranty campaign. Safety recalls are for items that may cause injury or death. This problem does not.

[stanthemanrn]

Thanks for the information. My local dealer was unaware and it took him 10 minutes to verify the information. I might have never known except for this forum.

[randallp]

Thanks for the info,my dealer wasn't aware of the recall because it is so new.He asked if I had received a letter from BRP.I told him no,I found out on Spyderlovers!

[fencepost]

Had the new bracket installed today. For anyone who has run wires through the frame holes from the seat area to the rear you will need to reroute them. The reinforcing bracket covers the holes.

[LV2RYDE]

Your owners manual will show you this.

All F3 2015 are included in that recall.