2001 Indian Chief Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2001 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.

• 03V191000May 5, 20033,625 vehicles potentially affected
  Visibility › Windshield
  Covers: 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.

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• 03V039000Feb 10, 20037,947 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
  Covers: 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.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE01039Rear suspension collapseClosed · Nov 21, 2001

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