NHTSA Recall 03V132000: Equipment
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 70 vehicles. It affects 2003 Indian Chief Vintage.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V132000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | IMCSB-053 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | April 3, 2003 |
| Owner notification | March 28, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles equipped with factory designed front and rear engine guards, the guards do not allow sufficient clearance between the motorcycle and the ground during routine cornering.
Safety risk
This condition could cause the rider to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the current engine guards and give the owners a $250 credit toward the purchase of parts and accessories for their motorcycles. Redesigned engine guards will be provided in approximately 90 days. The removal and replacement of these guards will be performed without charge to the owners. Owner notification began march 28, 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-053. 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 covered by recall 03V132000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Indian Chief Vintage | 2003 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.