The 2002 Indian Chief has two recalls, both rated equally serious and both capable of causing a crash: a rear axle that can deform under repeated heavy loads and rear brakes that can overheat and fail.
The rear axle issue stems from the axle bending over time, which puts excessive stress on the rear wheel bearings, causing them to overheat and seize. On the braking side, the rear brake caliper can sit out of alignment against the rotor, generating enough heat to cause complete brake failure.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear axle material may deform under heavy loads, causing excessive wear and overheating of the rear wheel bearings, which could seize and increase crash risk.
What the fix does
No remedy is available because Indian Motorcycles is no longer in business.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The rear brake caliper may misalign on its carrier and contact the rotor, causing the brake to overheat and fail.
What the fix does
No remedy is available because Indian Motorcycles is no longer in business.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
