Indian Spirit recalls and problems
9 recalls and 12 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
9
Complaints
12
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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Indian Spirit by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Spirit | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 Spirit | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 Spirit | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 Spirit | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Indian Spirit problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 5 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 |
All Indian Spirit recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03V-286 | Aug 4, 2003 | 2001–2003 | Structure | On certain motorcycles, the weld attaching the fender mount to the front fork may crack and break. |
| 03V-258 | Jul 22, 2003 | 2002–2003 | Exterior Lighting | On certain motorcycles, the bracket used to support the teardrop headlight can crack, causing the bracket to break and the light to slip out of position or fall off. |
| 03V-130 | Apr 4, 2003 | 2002–2003 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motorcycles, due to the positioning of the gas tank vent tube, the vent tube can become clogged with debris, particularly in wet weather. |
| 03V-039 | Feb 10, 2003 | 2000–2001 | Electrical System | 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. |
| 02V-311 | Nov 15, 2002 | 2001–2003 | Visibility | On certain motorcycles, the fasteners that bolt the windshield to the mounting clamps can break, causing the windshield to come partially or completely off the bike. |
| 02V-180 | Jul 8, 2002 | 2002 | Suspension | On certain motorcycles, the rear axles are made of a material with a lower than desirable yield strength. |
| 02V-176 | Jul 2, 2002 | 2001 | Suspension | On certain motorcycles, the pinch bolts that clamp the front forks to the axle may be 1/4" bolts or 5/16" bolts made of stainless steel. |
| 02V-083 | Mar 21, 2002 | 2002 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motorcycles, fractures can occur on either the left or right fuel tank at the top of the joint where the bracket is welded to the tank back plate. |
| 02V-038 | Feb 5, 2002 | 2002 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Some motorcycles may have a gas tank venting system that became clogged during production. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Indian Spirit?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2002 Indian Spirit has the most reports (5). Check the 2002 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Indian Spirit have?
NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls covering Indian Spirit model years 2000–2003.
What are the most common Indian Spirit problems?
Owners report structure, exterior lighting, electrical system problems most often.