Indian Chief Classic problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 8 recalls on file for the Indian Chief Classic (2012–2018).

Complaints
0
Recalls
8
Model years
7
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

2012201320142015201620172018
NHTSA complaints per Indian Chief Classic model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Indian Chief Classic model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2018 Chief Classic00002—
2017 Chief Classic00002—
2016 Chief Classic00003—
2015 Chief Classic00004—
2014 Chief Classic00003—
2013 Chief Classic00001—
2012 Chief Classic00001—

Indian Chief Classic recalls

  • Recall 22V635000Aug 19, 202228,689 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

  • Recall 19V339000May 1, 20196,487 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

  • Recall 18V228000Apr 10, 20183,341 vehiclesModel years 2018

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

  • Recall 17V682000Oct 27, 20172,096 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

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

  • Recall 16V877000Dec 6, 201623,761 vehiclesModel years 2014–2017

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

  • Recall 16V446000Jun 17, 201618,383 vehiclesModel years 2014–2016

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

  • Recall 15V721000Nov 2, 20157,614 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: 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.

  • Recall 13V391000Aug 30, 2013861 vehiclesModel years 2012–2013

    Risk: 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.

Other Indian models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology