INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE 2009: WHEELS:RIM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V391000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| INDIAN | CHIEF VINTAGE | 2009 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2014-04-04 | 2013-08-30 | 2013-09-03 |
Production Dates: 2008-12-10 - 2012-11-01
Manufacturers Involved: Indian Motorcycle Company
Component: WHEELS:RIM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 861
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Indian Motorcycle Company "Indian" is recalling certain model year 2009 Deluxe and Standard, 2009-2011 Roadmaster, 2009-2013 Vintage, 2010 Bomber, 2010-2013 Classic and Dark Horse, 2011 Blackhawk Dark and Blackhawk motorcycles. The rear rim may crack and cause a loss of air pressure.
The cracked rim can lead to a flat rear tire, which could cause the rider to lose control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear rim, free of charge. Indian mailed an interim letter to owners in September 2013. Parts are now available. A second notice was sent to owners during April 2014. Owners may contact Indian at 1-888-704-5290.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
