2022 Indian Chief Bobber recalls and problems
The 2022 Indian Chief Bobber has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Indian dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2022 Indian Chief Bobber vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2022 Indian Chief Bobber recalls
Recall 23V-293: Equipment, Visibility
Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2022 Indian Chief Bobber, Indian Chief Dark Horse, and Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse motorcycles. These motorcycles may be missing a belt guard reflector. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: A missing belt guard reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-23-05.
Recall 22V-957: Structure
Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2022 Chief, Chief Bobber, Chief Bobber Darkhorse, Chief Darkhorse, Super Chief, and Super Chief Limited motorcycles. The kickstand may not properly retract upon ground contact when left extended while riding. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
Risk: A kickstand that does not properly retract can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the kickstand, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-23-01.
Recall 22V-837: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Scout, Scout Bobber Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Icon, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber Twenty, Scout Bobber Icon, 2022 Scout Rogue Sixty, Chief, Chief Bobber, Chief Bobber Dark Horse, Chief Dark Horse, Scout Rogue, Super Chief, and Super Chief Limited motorcycles. The fuel pump may fail while riding.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump and the fuel pump seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-22-06.
Other Indian Chief Bobber years
No other model years have data.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2022 Indian Chief Bobber have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Indian Chief Bobber: 23V-293 (equipment, visibility), 22V-957 (structure), 22V-837 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Indian recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Indian dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.