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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 03V191📅 May 22, 2003

2000–2003 Indian Chief recall: windows, wipers & mirrors

⚠️ What's wrong

Certain windshields that were sold as standard equipment on these motorcycles or sold as accessories for all other Chief models may have defective brackets. The brackets that attach the windshield to the motorcycle are formed such that the mounting bolts are not flush with the bracket. This could place excessive stress on the bolts causing them to break.

💥 The risk

Broken mounting bolts could lead to the windshield coming loose and even falling off the bike, potentially striking the rider or otherwise causing the rider to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the brackets and bolts on the windshield. Owner notification began may 30, 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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
03V191000
Manufacturer recall #
IMCSB-056
Manufacturer
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY
Vehicles affected
3,625
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Owner phone
1-888-899-2997
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 30, 2003
Built
Jul 1, 2000 – Mar 3, 2003
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 03V191 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 03V191?

2000–2003 Indian Chief. 3,625 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Indian dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-888-899-2997.