NHTSA Recall 02V144000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V144000; Date: May. 30, 2002
Loss of control of the motorcycle could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Indian Chief; 2000 Indian Chief
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Indian Motorcycle Company
Affected Units:: 4,765
Recall Summary:
On certain motorcycles, the handle bar riser top clamp could allow excessive movement of the handle bars.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall Notes:
Indian motorcycle recall bulletin no. Imcsb-040. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 31, 2002
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