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Motorcycle Recall - Indian Recall

By Walter F. Kern

NHTSA Campaign ID:  15V721000
Component:  Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Manufacturer:  Indian Motorcycle Company
Recall Date: 11/2/2015
Potential Number of Units Affected: 7,611
Defect Summary:
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chief Classic, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and 2016 Dark Horse motorcycles manufactured January 2, 2015, to October 23, 2015. Due to a problem with the rear brake master cylinder, the motorcycles may have a reduction in, or a complete loss of, rear brake power.
Consequence Summary:
A full or partial loss of rear braking power may lengthen the distance needed to slow or stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary:
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake master cylinder piston assembly, free of charge. The recallbegan on November 5, 2015. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-14-04.

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