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  Safety Recalls of Indian Chief Classic Vehicles

There have been 6 safety recalls for the Indian Chief Classic. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Indian Chief Classic.

NHTSA Recall #: 18V228000; Apr. 10, 2018

if the motorcycle starts unintentionally and is parked in an enclosed space, exposure to carbon monoxide may increase the risk of injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2018 Indian Chief, 2018 Indian Chief Classic, 2018 Indian Chief Dark Horse, 2018 Indian Chief Vintage, 2018 Indian Chieftain, 2018 Indian Chieftain Classic, 2018 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse, 2018 Indian Chieftain Elite, 2018 Indian Chieftain Limited, 2018 Indian Springfield, 2018 Indian Springfield Dark Horse
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Recall Summary: 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, springfield, and springfield dark horse motorcycles.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V682000; Oct. 27, 2017

The light output from the incorrect headlight can affect the motorcycle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2017 Indian Chief, 2018 Indian Chief, 2017 Indian Chief Classic, 2018 Indian Chief Classic, 2017 Indian Chief Dark Horse, 2018 Indian Chief Dark Horse, 2017 Indian Chief Vintage, 2018 Indian Chief Vintage, 2017 Indian Chieftain, 2018 Indian Chieftain, 2017 Indian Chieftain Classic, 2018 Indian Chieftain Classic, 2017 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse, 2018 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse, 2017 Indian Chieftain Elite, 2018 Indian Chieftain Elite, 2017 Indian Chieftain Limited, 2018 Indian Chieftain Limited, 2017 Indian Springfield, 2018 Indian Springfield, 2017 Indian Springfield Dark Horse, 2018 Indian Springfield Dark Horse
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Recall Summary: 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, springfield, and springfield dark horse motorcycles.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 16V877000; Dec. 6, 2016

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Recalled Vehicles: 2014 Indian Chief Classic, 2015 Indian Chief Classic, 2016 Indian Chief Classic, 2017 Indian Chief Classic, 2014 Indian Chief Dark Horse, 2015 Indian Chief Dark Horse, 2016 Indian Chief Dark Horse, 2017 Indian Chief Dark Horse, 2014 Indian Chieftan, 2015 Indian Chieftan, 2016 Indian Chieftan, 2017 Indian Chieftan, 2014 Indian Chieftan Dark Horse, 2015 Indian Chieftan Dark Horse, 2016 Indian Chieftan Dark Horse, 2017 Indian Chieftan Dark Horse, 2014 Indian Roadmaster, 2015 Indian Roadmaster, 2016 Indian Roadmaster, 2017 Indian Roadmaster, 2014 Indian Springfield, 2015 Indian Springfield, 2016 Indian Springfield, 2017 Indian Springfield, 2014 Indian Vintage, 2015 Indian Vintage, 2016 Indian Vintage, 2017 Indian Vintage
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Recall Summary: 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 July 15, 2016.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 16V446000; Jun. 17, 2016

Elevated exhaust temperatures may result in an increased risk of fire.

Recalled Vehicles: 2014 Indian Chief Classic, 2015 Indian Chief Classic, 2016 Indian Chief Classic, 2014 Indian Chieftain, 2015 Indian Chieftain, 2016 Indian Chieftain, 2014 Indian Chieftan Dark Horse, 2015 Indian Chieftan Dark Horse, 2016 Indian Chieftan Dark Horse, 2014 Indian Dark Horse, 2015 Indian Dark Horse, 2016 Indian Dark Horse, 2014 Indian Roadmaster, 2015 Indian Roadmaster, 2016 Indian Roadmaster, 2014 Indian Vintage, 2015 Indian Vintage, 2016 Indian Vintage
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Recall Summary: 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 June 16, 2015.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 15V721000; Nov. 2, 2015

A full or partial loss of rear braking power may lengthen the distance needed to slow or stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2015 Indian Chief Classic, 2016 Indian Chief Classic, 2015 Indian Chief Vintage, 2016 Indian Chief Vintage, 2015 Indian Chieftain, 2016 Indian Chieftain, 2016 Indian Dark Horse, 2015 Indian Roadmaster, 2016 Indian Roadmaster
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Recall Summary: 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.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 13V391000; Aug. 30, 2013

The cracked rim can lead to a flat rear tire, which could cause the rider to lose control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2011 Indian Blackhawk, 2011 Indian Blackhawk Dark, 2010 Indian Bomber, 2012 Indian Chief Classic, 2013 Indian Chief Classic, 2009 Indian Chief Deluxe, 2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster, 2009 Indian Chief Standard, 2009 Indian Chief Vintage, 2010 Indian Classic, 2011 Indian Classic, 2010 Indian Dark Horse, 2011 Indian Dark Horse, 2012 Indian Dark Horse, 2013 Indian Dark Horse, 2010 Indian Roadmaster, 2011 Indian Roadmaster, 2010 Indian Vintage, 2011 Indian Vintage, 2012 Indian Vintage, 2013 Indian Vintage
Component: WHEELS:RIM
Recall Summary: 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 motorcycles. The rear rim may crack and cause a loss of air pressure. ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Indian Chief Classic Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Apr. 10, 2018   Electrical System 3,341
Oct. 27, 2017   Exterior Lighting:headlights 2,096
Dec. 6, 2016   Gasoline Fuel System 23,746
Jun. 17, 2016   Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System 18,367
Nov. 2, 2015   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder 7,611
Aug. 30, 2013   Wheels:rim 861


Table 2. Recall Statistics of Indian Chief Classic Model Years

Model# Recalls
2018 Indian Chief Classic 2
2017 Indian Chief Classic 2
2016 Indian Chief Classic 3
2015 Indian Chief Classic 3
2014 Indian Chief Classic 2
2013 Indian Chief Classic 1
2012 Indian Chief Classic 1