Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Motorcycles, The Handle Bar Riser Top Clamp Could Allow Excessive Movement Of The Handle Bars.
Make Of Vehicle
INDIAN
Model Of Vehicle
CHIEF
Year
1999
Recall Campaign Number
02V144000
Component Description
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Effect Of Defect
Loss Of Control Of The Motorcycle Could Occur, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Start Of Manufacture
19990301
End Of Manufacture
20000830
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4765
Date Owners Notified
20020531
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Date Report Received
20020530
Make Campaign Number
IMCSB-040