1999-2000 Indian Chief recall: steering wheel/handle bar

Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall on May 30, 2002. It covers about 4,765 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 4,765
reported: May 30, 2002
owners notified: May 31, 2002
related complaints: 8

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

Affected vehicles

Indian Chief 1999-2000 1999 2000

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about steering problems.

1999 Indian Chief 2000 Indian Chief

Questions about recall 02V144000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Indian Chief steering wheel/handle bar?

Yes. Recall 02V144000, reported on May 30, 2002, covers about 4,765 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V144000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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