Indian Chieftan recalls and problems
1 recall and 2 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
1
Complaints
2
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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Indian Chieftan by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Chieftan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Chieftan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Chieftan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Chieftan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Indian Chieftan problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 |
All Indian Chieftan recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Indian Chieftan?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2017 Indian Chieftan has the most reports (1). Check the 2017 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Indian Chieftan have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering Indian Chieftan model years 2014–2017.
What are the most common Indian Chieftan problems?
Owners report electrical system, exterior lighting, vehicle speed control problems most often.