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2000 Indian Chief recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2000 Indian Chief. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Indian dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2000 Indian Chief recalls, newest first

May 5, 2003NHTSA 03V1910003,625 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Windshield

Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 10, 2003NHTSA 03V0390007,947 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator

Summary
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.
Consequence
This condition can potentially cause the regulator to catch on fire.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 30, 2002NHTSA 02V1440004,765 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary
On certain motorcycles, the handle bar riser top clamp could allow excessive movement of the handle bars.
Consequence
Loss of control of the motorcycle could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will fit the motorcycles with a new riser top clamp. Owner notification began may 31, 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 motorcycle at 1-408-846-7228.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 3, 2002NHTSA 02V1240004,590 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Rear

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
This could result in the collapse of the rear suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 40 complaints about the 2000 Indian Chief with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
4
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Service brakes5
  2. Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar5
  3. Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline4
  4. Suspension4
  5. Suspension › Rear4

Other Indian Chief years

Other 2000 Indian models

Most recalled 2000 vehicles

  1. 2000 Honda Accord (21 recalls)
  2. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (19 recalls)
  3. 2000 Honda Civic (18 recalls)
  4. 2000 Ford Focus (17 recalls)
  5. 2000 Ford F-150 (17 recalls)
All of 2000’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2000 Indian Chief have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: visibility, electrical system, steering, suspension. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2000 Indian Chief recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Indian dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2000 Indian Chief?
40 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.