2000 Indian Chief Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2000 Indian Chief. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Visibility › WindshieldCovers: Indian Chief 1999–2003
Reported issue: Certain windshields that were sold as standard equipment on these motorcycles or sold as accessories for all other chief models may have defective brackets. The brackets that attach the windshield to the motorcycle are formed such that the mounting bolts are not flush with the bracket. This could place excessive stress on the bolts causing them to break.
Possible consequence: Broken mounting bolts could lead to the windshield coming loose and even falling off the bike, potentially striking the rider or otherwise causing the rider to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brackets and bolts on the windshield. Owner notification began may 30, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact indian motorcycle at 1-888-899-2997.
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulatorCovers: Indian Chief 1999–2001, Scout 1999–2001, Spirit 1999–2001 +1 more
Reported issue: On certain motorcycles equipped with compufire brand series type voltage regulators, if damaged, the voltage regulator can become stuck in an open mode that allows battery voltage to flow back through the regulator.
Possible consequence: This condition can potentially cause the regulator to catch on fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the motorcycle and, if necessary, replace the regulator. Owner notification began february 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact indian motorcycle at 1-888-899-2997.
- Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Indian Chief 1999–2000
Reported issue: On certain motorcycles, the handle bar riser top clamp could allow excessive movement of the handle bars.
Possible consequence: Loss of control of the motorcycle could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will fit the motorcycles with a new riser top clamp. Owner notification began may 31, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact indian motorcycle at 1-408-846-7228.
- Suspension › RearCovers: Indian Chief 1999–2000
Reported issue: On certain motorcycles equipped with rear shock absorbers made by sway-a-way, the bolts that mount the rear shock absorbers to the swing arm could break.
Possible consequence: This could result in the collapse of the rear suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear shock absorbers and replace them if necessary. Owner notification is expected to begin during may 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact indian at 1-408-846-7228.
NHTSA investigations
← All problems reported for the 2000 Indian Chief
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.