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2002 Indian Chief Vintage problems

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Owner complaints
0
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
5

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Fuel system, gasolineReported May 5, 2003 · 1,979 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, due to the positioning of the gas tank vent tube, the vent tube can become clogged with debris, particularly in wet weather. Vent tube clogging can cause interruption of fuel flow to the carburetor, causing the motorcycle to stop. A clogged vent tube may also cause pressure to build up in the gas tank and push a small amount of gas out of the fuel filler cap seal.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the present of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the current vent tube with a longer tube repositioned to prevent clogging. Owner notification began may 13, 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.

Recall number 03V173000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Indian Chief Vintage 5

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Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2002 Indian Chief Vintage.

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1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.

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