- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- This condition can potentially cause the regulator to catch on fire.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Indian Chief Centennial Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Indian Chief Centennial with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 injury. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in February 2003 for the alternator / generator / regulator. For comparison, the 2000 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Chief Centennial year, for its age
#442 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Indian Chief Centennial problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2001 Indian Chief Centennial recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2001 Indian Chief Centennial
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Loss of control of motorcycle at approx 55 mph on straight road when front tire/suspension began severe wobble. Rider thrown from motorcycle and sustained serious injury. Motorcycle a total loss.*Ak
Indian Chief Centennial: every year compared
All Chief Centennial years2001 Indian Chief Centennial vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Indian Chief Centennial | 1 | 1 | F | |
| 2001 Indian Chief | 10 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Indian Scout | 9 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Indian Spirit | 4 | 4 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2001 Indian Chief Centennial
Does the 2001 Indian Chief Centennial have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Indian Chief Centennial: alternator / generator / regulator (February 2003). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Indian Chief Centennial?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Indian Chief Centennial had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 11, 2003 and the latest on July 11, 2003. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Indian Chief Centennial a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 19 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Indian Chief Centennial year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2001 Indian Chief Centennial has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data