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2002-2003 Indian Chief and Indian Chief Vintage recall: fuel system, gasoline

Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall on May 5, 2003. It covers about 1,979 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,979
reported
May 5, 2003
owners notified
May 13, 2003

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V173000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2003 Indian Chief and Indian Chief Vintage fuel system, gasoline?

Yes. Recall 03V173000, reported on May 5, 2003, covers about 1,979 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V173000?

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.

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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