NHTSA Recall 02V180000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V180000; Date: Jul. 8, 2002
Under repeated heavy loads, the rear axle could deform causing excessive wear in the rear wheel bearings potentially leading to overheating and seizing of the bearings, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Indian Chief; 2002 Indian Scout; 2002 Indian Spirit
Component: Suspension:rear
Manufactured by: Indian Motorcycle Company
Affected Units:: 590
Recall Summary:
On certain motorcycles, the rear axles are made of a material with a lower than desirable yield strength.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the rear axles on these motorcycles. Owner notification began August 16, 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 at 1-408-846-7228.
Recall Notes:
Also, customers can 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: Aug 16, 2002
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