NHTSA Recall 11V344000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V344000; Date: Jun. 27, 2011
If the stand does not fold rearward and upward while the motorcycle moves forward, the driver's ability to control the motorcycle could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Indian Blackhawk; 2011 Indian Blackhawk Dark; 2010 Indian Bomber; 2009 Indian Chief Deluxe; 2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster; 2009 Indian Chief Standard; 2009 Indian Chief Vintage; 2010 Indian Classic; 2011 Indian Classic; 2010 Indian Dark Horse; 2011 Indian Dark Horse; 2010 Indian Roadmaster; 2011 Indian Roadmaster; 2010 Indian Vintage; 2011 Indian Vintage
Component: Structure:motorcycle Kickstand/center Stand
Manufactured by: Indian Motorcycle Company
Affected Units:: 699
Recall Summary:
Polaris is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 indian motorcycles for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 123, "motorcycle controls and displays. " the side stand may not fold rearward and upward if it contacts the ground when the motorcycle is moving forward.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the side stand free of charge. The safety recall began on August 4, 2011. Owners may contact indian at 651-408-7579.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 4, 2011
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