Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Indian / Chief / 2000
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
003239240 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 HORN DOESNT WORK,CHARGING SYSTEM DOESNT WORK,WINDSHIELD COMES LOSE. *LA
003239239 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 HORN DOESNT WORK,CHARGING SYSTEM DOESNT WORK,WINDSHIELD COMES LOSE. *LA
003239238 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 HORN DOESNT WORK,CHARGING SYSTEM DOESNT WORK,WINDSHIELD COMES LOSE. *LA
003237731 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 The motorcycle has multiple problem s. the windshield is loose /the charger will not charge at all/battery has low cell, and brakes will not hold at
003237730 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 The motorcycle has multiple problem s. the windshield is loose /the charger will not charge at all/battery has low cell, and brakes will not hold at
003237729 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 The motorcycle has multiple problem s. the windshield is loose /the charger will not charge at all/battery has low cell, and brakes will not hold at
003237728 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 The motorcycle has multiple problem s. the windshield is loose /the charger will not charge at all/battery has low cell, and brakes will not hold at
0000215852 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 The consumer received recall notice #03v039000 subject: voltage regulator. the consumer called kerry ford on 4/28/2003 who stated that the parts had
000211175 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 When the brakes are applied, the turn signals flash three times. while they are flashing, the turn signals can not be turned on which caused me to be
0000209446 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL REGARDING THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR. THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. *JB
002203909 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO GET THE RECALL PERFORMED REGARDING THE WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR.*JB
002179657 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR RECALL 02V144000 REPAIRS TO BE DONE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
001178965 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 At highway speeds motorcycle would stall out and die. dealer has inspected motorcycle. *ak the rear cylinder was defective and caused the engine
0000176898 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 PARTS TO RECALL 01V144000 IS AVAILABLE , BUT MANUFACTURER HAS NOT SENT THEM TO THE DEALERSHIP YET.*AK
001157900 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Dot lable inside both rims are causing inner tube failure. dealer / manufacturer were notified, and unwilling to assist in this matter. feel free to
0000153325 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 When driving 60 mph rear suspension steel plate broke and snapped in half, which damaged tire. also, fender got so hot that the heat damaged
001138746 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Consumer had found handle bar loose. when trying to drive it was impossible due to no control on steering. then, took vehicle to dealer where
001097011 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Motorcycle rear wheel locked up at 40 mph went into a skid and i was almost hit by the vehicle behind me. transmission failed. indian motorcycle
001097010 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Motorcycle rear wheel locked up at 40 mph went into a skid and i was almost hit by the vehicle behind me. transmission failed. indian motorcycle
001097007 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Motorcycle rear wheel locked up at 40 mph went into a skid almost hit by vehicle behind me transmission replaced to correct problem. new trans
0000095772 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 THE MOTORCYCLE "WOBBLES" SO BAD IT GOES OUT OF CONTROL.*AK
000086891 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 This motorcyce is advertised to have a seat height of 24.5" it has adjustable shock absorbers and the ride height can be varied a few inches higher
000086890 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 This motorcyce is advertised to have a seat height of 24.5" it has adjustable shock absorbers and the ride height can be varied a few inches higher
000084635 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 MOTORCYCLE SEEMS UNSTABLE ACCELERATING TO CHANGE LANES AND IN SWEEPING TURNS AT HIGHER SPEEDS. *AK
000084590 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 FRONT END WOBBLES TO THE POINT OF LOSS OF CONTROL. FAST SPEED, OR CURVES MAKE IT WORSE.*AK
0000005935 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 The mounting bracket for the foot rest is designed too low, the foot rest attachment is secured by a screw which hangs down lower than the foot rest
0000005395 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 PAINT CHIPS LOCATED IN THE FUEL TANK CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH THE SYSTEM. *MJS
003229415 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 CONSUMER STATES THAT T BRAKES HAVE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
003228930 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 CONSUMER STATES THAT T BRAKES HAVE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
0000216334 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 The consumer received recall notice #03v039000 subject: voltage regulator. the consumer called kerry ford on 4/28/2003 who stated that the parts had
000211655 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 When the brakes are applied, the turn signals flash three times. while they are flashing, the turn signals can not be turned on which caused me to be
0000209926 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL REGARDING THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR. THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. *JB
003209232 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 THE ENGINE WAS REPLACED LAST YEAR FOR A LEAK, THE PROBLEM RECURRED. *JB
002204382 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO GET THE RECALL PERFORMED REGARDING THE WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR.*JB
999191597 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 GOING AROUND A LEFT HAND CORNER AT 50 MPH THE LEFT FLOOR BOARD SCRAPED ON GROUND CONSISTANTLY LOOSE CONTROL SENDING BIKE TO THE GROUND.
999191581 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 GOING AROUND A LEFT HAND CORNER AT 50 MPH THE LEFT FLOOR BOARD SCRAPED ON GROUND CONSISTANTLY LOOSE CONTROL SENDING BIKE TO THE GROUND.
002187900 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Consumer states that while driving at highway speed the headlights suddenly died. took to dealer and they changed the bulb. dealer stated there is a
002187895 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 The consumer is concern he receive a recall noticed for the handle bar. may 31 2001. the dealership has no parts available. indian motorcycle 200
002187892 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY VEHICLE HEADLIGHTS SUDDENLY DIED. TOOK TO DEALER AND DEALER STATED THERE WAS A SHORTAGE. MR
002184025 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Consumer received recall 02v124000 for shock absorbers. when he took it in on or about july 2, 2002, was told by mechanic that they did not have the
002184015 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Consumer received recall 02v124000 for shock absorbers. when he took it in on or about july 2, 2002, was told by mechanic that they did not have the
001178975 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 At highway speeds motorcycle would stall out and die. dealer has inspected motorcycle. *ak the rear cylinder was defective and caused the engine
002177759 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Consumer first contacted dealer in may of 2002, concerning recall o2v124000. manufacturer has not sent parts to dealer. consumer has called indian co
002176854 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 BACK FENDER HAS CRACKED AND CONSUMER CAN HEAR A RATTLING NOISE WHILE RIDING. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
001157185 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 When traveling at speeds up to 65mph motorcycle will suddenly die. consumer feels this is very dangerous because driver is not aware that
001155337 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Brake line was routed under frame , brake stuck . when putting brakes on it will stay on. also, front pad separated when consumer tried to put
001155336 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Brake line was routed under frame , brake stuck . when putting brakes on it will stay on. also, front pad separated when consumer tried to put
0000153332 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 When driving 60 mph rear suspension steel plate broke and snapped in half, which damaged tire. also, fender got so hot that the heat damaged
0000153331 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 When driving 60 mph rear suspension steel plate broke and snapped in half, which damaged tire. also, fender got so hot that the heat damaged
0000153324 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 When driving 60 mph rear suspension steel plate broke and snapped in half, which damaged tire. also, fender got so hot that the heat damaged
0000152071 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 MOTORCYCLE WAS SMOKING AND HEAD GASKETS BLEWOUT. CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK
001138753 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Consumer had found handle bar loose. when trying to drive it was impossible due to no control on steering. then, took vehicle to dealer where
000131974 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Motorcycle experiencing problem with severe vibration when traveling at highway speed of 65 or more mph. motorcycle has been in dealer shop on
000131967 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Motorcycle experiencing problem with severe vibration when traveling at highway speed of 65 or more mph. motorcycle has been in dealer shop on
0000100559 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Waiting 4 months for dealers of indian to "get parts from indian" - still have not received notice.. notified indian personel in gilroy, no call back
001097018 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Motorcycle rear wheel locked up at 40 mph went into a skid and i was almost hit by the vehicle behind me. transmission failed. indian motorcycle
001097017 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Motorcycle rear wheel locked up at 40 mph went into a skid and i was almost hit by the vehicle behind me. transmission failed. indian motorcycle
001097008 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Motorcycle rear wheel locked up at 40 mph went into a skid almost hit by vehicle behind me transmission replaced to correct problem. new trans
0000091026 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 INDIAN IS AWARE OF THESE PROBLEMS BUT FAILS TO REACT TO THEM. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK
0000091019 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 INDIAN IS AWARE OF THESE PROBLEMS BUT FAILS TO REACT TO THEM. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK
000086898 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 This motorcyce is advertised to have a seat height of 24.5" it has adjustable shock absorbers and the ride height can be varied a few inches higher
000086897 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 This motorcyce is advertised to have a seat height of 24.5" it has adjustable shock absorbers and the ride height can be varied a few inches higher
000084642 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 MOTORCYCLE SEEMS UNSTABLE ACCELERATING TO CHANGE LANES AND IN SWEEPING TURNS AT HIGHER SPEEDS. *AK
000084597 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 FRONT END WOBBLES TO THE POINT OF LOSS OF CONTROL. FAST SPEED, OR CURVES MAKE IT WORSE.*AK
001081170 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 THE SWING ARM SHOCK MOUNT BROKE AT 65MPH AND I NEARLY WENT DOWN.*AK
001079541 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Dealer is reluctant to address this issue. the only fix tried was silicone round the the chrome facia. unable to use vehicle at night as headlight
0000015357 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 After the vehicle was purchased the consumer discovered that the clearance of the mototcycle was not as represented in the written warranty and
0000015353 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 After the vehicle was purchased the consumer discovered that the clearance of the mototcycle was not as represented in the written warranty and
0000015338 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 The shocks have failed five times, 1 leaked, 3 broke at the weld connecting the eye bolt, 1 bolt broke off releasing the shock, shock failure at
0000005939 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 The mounting bracket for the foot rest is designed too low, the foot rest attachment is secured by a screw which hangs down lower than the foot rest
0000005401 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 PAINT CHIPS LOCATED IN THE FUEL TANK CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH THE SYSTEM. *MJS
0000005400 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 THE REAR TAIL LIGHT FILLS WITH WATER AND RESULTING IN FAILURE. *MJS
0000005396 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 POSSIBLE DESIGN PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE, WHICH IS POWDER COATED, THIS IS CAUSING THE CYLINDERS TO DEFORM RESULTING IN ENGINE FAILURE. *MJS
0000176908 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 PARTS TO RECALL 01V144000 IS AVAILABLE , BUT MANUFACTURER HAS NOT SENT THEM TO THE DEALERSHIP YET.*AK
0000152064 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 MOTORCYCLE WAS SMOKING AND HEAD GASKETS BLEWOUT. CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK
0000141507 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Ground clearance is not sufficient which could cause a collision to occur when going over bumps in pavement and also when going around curves. *ak
0000100552 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 Waiting 4 months for dealers of indian to "get parts from indian" - still have not received notice.. notified indian personel in gilroy, no call back
0000005397 INDIAN CHIEF 2000 THE REAR TAIL LIGHT FILLS WITH WATER AND RESULTING IN FAILURE. *MJS

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