Indian Motorcycle Company | NHTSA Recall #02V124000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V124000 by Indian Motorcycle Company. Includes 4,590 affected units, INDIAN MOTORCYCLE/SHOCK ABSORBER, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles equipped with rear shock absorbers made by sway-a-way, the bolts that mount the rear shock absorbers to the swing arm could break.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the rear shock absorbers and replace them if necessary. owner notification is expected to begin during may 2002. 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 at 1-408-846-7228.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V124000

Manufacturer: Indian Motorcycle Company

Report Received Date: 2002-05-03T00:00:00

Subject: Indian motorcycle/shock absorber

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 4,590

Details

MFR Campaign Number: IMCSB-039

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain motorcycles equipped with rear shock absorbers made by sway-a-way, the bolts that mount the rear shock absorbers to the swing arm could break.

Consequence Summary: This could result in the collapse of the rear suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the rear shock absorbers and replace them if necessary. owner notification is expected to begin during may 2002. 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 at 1-408-846-7228.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-8x9b_4y7u.fadn

NHTSA ID: 02V124000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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