Indian Chieftain problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 11 recalls on file for the Indian Chieftain (2014–2024).

Complaints
7
Recalls
11
Model years
8
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

2201412015201612017120182201920232024
NHTSA complaints per Indian Chieftain 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 Chieftain model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2024 Chieftain00002—
2023 Chieftain00001—
2019 Chieftain20003Engine
2018 Chieftain10004Acceleration & Cruise Control
2017 Chieftain10003Lighting
2016 Chieftain00004—
2015 Chieftain10004Electrical System
2014 Chieftain20004Electrical System

Most common Indian Chieftain problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Engine
    2 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    2 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    2 complaints
  • Lighting
    1 complaints

Indian Chieftain recalls

  • Recall 24V550000Jul 23, 20241,773 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: A rear suspension pushrod that buckles may pinch the main chassis harness, damage the coolant reservoir, damage the rear tire, or cause the motorcycle to bottom out under load. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 23V829000Dec 7, 20231,215 vehiclesModel years 2023–2024

    Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V635000Aug 19, 202228,689 vehiclesModel years 2014–2018

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

  • Recall 19V882000Dec 11, 20195,474 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V776000Oct 29, 201952,745 vehiclesModel years 2014–2019

    Risk: If the transmission is not in neutral when the motorcycle is started, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V638000Aug 29, 20193,594 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: Due to increased brightness, other drivers may have difficulties discerning the brake light from the tail light, and thus may be unaware that the motorcycle is braking, thereby increasing the risk of a 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 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.

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