1999-2001 Indian Chief, Indian Chief Centennial and others recall: alternator/generator/regulator

Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall on February 10, 2003. It covers about 7,947 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 7,947
reported: Feb 10, 2003
owners notified: Feb 14, 2003
related complaints: 9

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

Affected vehicles

Indian Chief 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Indian Chief Centennial 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Indian Scout 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Indian Scout Centennial 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Indian Spirit 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 9 complaints about electrical problems.

Questions about recall 03V039000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2001 Indian Chief, Indian Chief Centennial and others alternator/generator/regulator?

Yes. Recall 03V039000, reported on February 10, 2003, covers about 7,947 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V039000?

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.

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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