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2001 Independence Freedom Express problems

The most common problem on the 2001 Independence Freedom Express is transmission and drivetrain. It has fewer complaints than a typical Freedom Express model year.

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Owner complaints
1
Recalls
1
Worst area
Transmission

The worst 2001 Independence Freedom Express problems

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Recalls 1

Power train: manual transmissionReported September 21, 2001 · 208 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles. On revtech 6-speed transmission assemblies and 6-speed gearsets, the 4-6 shift clutch has the potential to fail.
Risk
As a result, the gearset could become inoperative and could cause severe transmission damage. Such damage can cause vehicle control problems, including locking of the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the 4-6shift clutch and shift fork. 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 global (revtech) at 1‑800‑815‑9762.

Recall number 01V296001 · Recall details

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What 2001 Independence Freedom Express owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 23, 2003 · Transmission · SC

While driving motorcycle about 30 MPH and without warning clutch will not engage or disengage intermittently, motorcycle will not stop the at any normal speed. The dealer is aware of the problem.

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Questions about the 2001 Independence Freedom Express

Is the 2001 Independence Freedom Express reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Independence Freedom Express, fewer than a typical Freedom Express model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Independence Freedom Express?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2001 Independence Freedom Express have?

1 recall, covering power train.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Independence Freedom Express transmission?

Yes, 1 recall: 01V296001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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