The worst 2003 Indian Chief Vintage problems
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Recalls 3
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the bracket used to support the teardrop headlight can crack, causing the bracket to break and the light to slip out of position or fall off.
- Risk
- This could cause a loss of visibility to the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new bracket. Owner notification is expected to begin during august 2003. Owners should contact imc at 1‑888‑899‑2997.
Recall number 03V258000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline
- 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
Equipment
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles equipped with factory designed front and rear engine guards, the guards do not allow sufficient clearance between the motorcycle and the ground during routine cornering.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the rider to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the current engine guards and give the owners a $250 credit toward the purchase of parts and accessories for their motorcycles. Redesigned engine guards will be provided in approximately 90 days. The removal and replacement of these guards will be performed without charge to the owners. Owner notification began march 28, 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 03V132000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Indian Chief Vintage 5
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and...
- EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
- Indian motorcycle: the rear shock absorber on the motorcycle CAN be adjusted for the weight the motorcycle...
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Is the 2003 Indian Chief Vintage reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2003 Indian Chief Vintage.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Indian Chief Vintage?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2003 Indian Chief Vintage have?
3 recalls, covering exterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline and equipment.
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