Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Motorcycles Equipped With Factory Designed Front And Rear Engine Guards, The Guards Do Not Allow Sufficient Clearance Between The Motorcycle And The Ground During Routine Cornering.
Make Of Vehicle
INDIAN
Model Of Vehicle
CHIEF VINTAGE
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V132000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Could Cause The Rider To Lose Control Of The Motorcycle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Remove The Current Engine Guards And Give The Owners A $250 Credit Toward The Purchase Of Parts And Accessories For Their Motorcycles. Redesigned Engine Guards Will Be Provided In Approximately 90 Days. The Removal And Replacement Of These Guards Will Be Performed Without Charge To The Owners. Owner Notification Began March 28, 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
20030116
End Of Manufacture
20030326
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
70
Date Owners Notified
20030328
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Date Report Received
20030403
Make Campaign Number
IMCSB-053