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Recalls 1
Wheels: rim
- What is wrong
- Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2009 Deluxe and Standard, 2009-2011 Roadmaster, 2009-2013 Vintage, 2010 Bomber, 2010-2013 Classic and Dark Horse, 2011 Blackhawk Dark and Blackhawk motorcycles. The rear rim may crack and cause a loss of air pressure.
- Risk
- The cracked rim can lead to a flat rear tire, which could cause the rider to lose control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear rim, free of charge. Indian mailed an interim letter to owners in September 2013. Parts are now available. A second notice was sent to owners during April 2014. Owners may contact Indian at 1‑888‑704‑5290.
Recall number 13V391000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2012 Indian Chief 2
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Is the 2012 Indian Chief reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2012 Indian Chief.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Indian Chief?
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How many recalls does the 2012 Indian Chief have?
1 recall, covering wheels.
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