NHTSA recall 03V039000
Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Indian Chief and 4 more
Reported Feb 10, 20037,947 vehicles affectedINDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANYMaker’s number IMCSB-045Built Mar 1, 1999 – May 20, 2001
The defect
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.
The risk
This condition can potentially cause the regulator to catch on fire.
The remedy
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.