2001 Indian Chief Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2001 Indian Chief (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2001 Indian Chief. The part named most often is suspension, with 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by brakes (2) and engine cooling (2). NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 5 technical service bulletins for this model year. Suspension complaints overlap with 1 NHTSA investigation and 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Suspension3 30%
- Brakes2 20%
- Engine cooling2 20%
- Electrical system1 10%
- Fuel system1 10%
Example complaints
Suspension: “At 75 and 80 MPH motorcycle will begin to wobble. Here was no control, and consumer had to slow it down to stop shaking. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #894297, filed 2001-08Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 03V191000May 5, 2003Visibility › WindshieldCovers: Indian Chief 1999–2003
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…
- 03V039000Feb 10, 2003Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulatorCovers: Indian Chief 1999–2001, Scout 1999–2001, Spirit 1999–2001 +1 more
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.
Recall details for the 2001 Indian Chief → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE01039Rear suspension collapseClosed · Nov 21, 2001
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 5 on record; the latest 5 are shown.
- 10208642Feb 14, 2022Equipment, Electrical system. Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
- 10189626Mar 15, 2021Equipment. EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
- 10030026Jul 22, 2009Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. Indian motorcycle: transmission oil level check. Model and model years not listed.
- 10030025Jul 22, 2009Suspension. Indian motorcycle: the rear shock absorber on the motorcycle can be adjusted for the weight the motorcycle is carrying. To adjust the shock absorber spring, you will need an appropriate spanner…
- 10030064Jul 1, 2009Engine cooling, Equipment. Indian motorcycle: engine oil level check. No model or model years listed.
Other model years of the Indian Chief
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 10 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 40 | 4,750 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 9 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2001 Indian Chief have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2001 Indian Chief as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2001 Indian Chief is reported most often?
Suspension is named most often, in 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by brakes with 2.
Has the 2001 Indian Chief been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.