NHTSA Recall 02V246000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V246000; Date: Sep. 13, 2002
The rear brake can overheat and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Indian Chief
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Indian Motorcycle Company
Affected Units:: 948
Recall Summary:
On certain motorcycles, the rear brake caliper could contact the rotor as a result of a misalignment of the caliper carrier.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the motorcycle to ensure that the rear brake caliper and rotor are correctly positioned. If they are not, the dealer will replace the swing arm and rear brake assembly. Owner notification began August 28, 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-048. 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 28, 2002
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