2000 Indian Chief recalls
There are 4 safety recalls on record for the 2000 Indian Chief, covering 20,927 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Visibility: windshield
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 03V191000 · Recall details
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 03V039000 · Recall details
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the handle bar riser top clamp could allow excessive movement of the handle bars.
- Risk
- Loss of control of the motorcycle could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will fit the motorcycles with a new riser top clamp. Owner notification began may 31, 2002. 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 1‑408‑846‑7228.
Recall number 02V144000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles equipped with rear shock absorbers made by sway-a-way, the bolts that mount the rear shock absorbers to the swing arm could break.
- Risk
- This could result in the collapse of the rear suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rear shock absorbers and replace them if necessary. Owner notification is expected to begin during may 2002. 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 at 1‑408‑846‑7228.
Recall number 02V124000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2000 Indian Chief recalls
How do I check if my 2000 Indian Chief has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2000 Indian Chief have?
4, covering visibility, electrical system and steering.
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