Indian Chief Centennial 2001
Model Chief Centennial made in 2001 by Indian got 1 consumer complain there is 1 recall as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to suspension. . Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, equipment and power train. There was one recall concerning electrical system .
Model 2001
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V039000 | INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY | from 03/01/1999 to 05/20/2001 | V (Vehicle) | 7947 | 02/14/2003 | MFR | INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY | 02/10/2003 | 02/12/2003 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles equipped with compufire brand series type voltage regulators, if damaged, the voltage regulator can become stuck in an open mode that allows battery voltage to flow back through the regulator. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition can potentially cause the regulator to catch on fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the motorcycle and, if necessary, replace the regulator. owner notification began february 14, 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Indian motorcycle recall bulletin no. imcsb-045. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| SB-040901 | 07/01/2009 | 10030064 | Indian motorcycle: engine oil level check. no model or model years listed. *pe | 07/29/2009 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| SB-040901 | 07/01/2009 | 10030064 | Indian motorcycle: engine oil level check. no model or model years listed. *pe | 07/29/2009 | |
| TSB-040902 | 07/22/2009 | 10030026 | Indian motorcycle: transmission oil level check. model and model years not listed. *pe | 07/22/2009 | |
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION - LUBRICANT | |||||
| TSB-040902 | 07/22/2009 | 10030026 | Indian motorcycle: transmission oil level check. model and model years not listed. *pe | 07/22/2009 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||||
| TSB-040903 | 07/22/2009 | 10030025 | Indian motorcycle: the rear shock absorber on the motorcycle can be adjusted for the weight the motorcycle is carrying. to adjust the shock absorber spring, you will need an appropriate spanner wrench. no model or model years listed. * | 07/22/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 06/27/2003 | 10000 | 1 | 09/15/2001 |
| Loss of control of motorcycle at approx 55 mph on straight road when front tire/suspension began severe wobble. rider thrown from motorcycle and sustained serious injury. motorcycle a total loss.*ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HI | HONOLULU | 96819 | PACIFIC RIM CYCLES | (808) 838-2925 |