Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
INDIAN
Model Of Vehicle
CHIEF
Year
2000
Recall Campaign Number
03V039000
Component Description
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Can Potentially Cause The Regulator To Catch On Fire.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Start Of Manufacture
19990301
End Of Manufacture
20010520
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7947
Date Owners Notified
20030214
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Date Report Received
20030210
Make Campaign Number
IMCSB-045