Indian Chief Classic recalls and problems
8 recalls and 0 owner complaints for 7 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
8
Complaints
0
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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Indian Chief Classic by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Chief Classic | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Chief Classic | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Chief Classic | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Chief Classic | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Chief Classic | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Chief Classic | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Chief Classic | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
All Indian Chief Classic recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V-635 | Aug 19, 2022 | 2015 | Exterior Lighting | Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014 Chief, 2015 Chief Classic, 2014-2018 Chieftain, 2015-2020 Chief Vintage, 2016-2018 Chieftain Darkhorse, 2016-2020 Springfield, 2017-2018 Chieftain Limited, and… |
| 19V-339 | May 1, 2019 | 2014 | Exterior Lighting | Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014 Chief and Chieftain motorcycles. |
| 18V-228 | Apr 10, 2018 | 2018 | Electrical System | Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2018 Indian Chief, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Chieftain Classic, Chieftain Dark Horse, Chieftain Elite, Chieftain Limited… |
| 17V-682 | Oct 27, 2017 | 2017–2018 | Exterior Lighting | Indian Motorcycles Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chief, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Chieftain Classic, Cheiftain Dark Horse, Chieftain Elite, Chieftain Limited… |
| 16V-877 | Dec 6, 2016 | 2014–2017 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Vintage, Chieftan, Chieftan Dark Horse, Springfield and Roadmaster motorcycles manufactured April 15, 2013, to… |
| 16V-446 | Jun 17, 2016 | 2014–2016 | Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling | Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chief Classic, Dark Horse, Chieftain, Roadmaster, Vintage, Springfield, and Chieftain Dark Horse motorcycles manufactured April 15, 2013, to… |
| 15V-721 | Nov 2, 2015 | 2015–2016 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 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. |
| 13V-391 | Aug 30, 2013 | 2012–2013 | Wheels | Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2009 Deluxe and Standard, 2009-2011 Roadmaster, 2009-2013 Vintage, 2010 Bomber, 2010-2013 Classic and Dark Horse, 2011 Blackhawk Dark and Blackhawk… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Indian Chief Classic?
NHTSA has few complaints for the Indian Chief Classic; see the recalls for each year.
How many recalls does the Indian Chief Classic have?
NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls covering Indian Chief Classic model years 2012–2018.