2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).

3Recalls
1Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Chief Roadmaster?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster recalls

Wheels:Rim

Recall 13V391Aug 30, 2013861 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Recall 11V343Jun 27, 2011699 vehicles affected

Structure:Motorcycle:Kickstand/Center Stand

Recall 11V344Jun 27, 2011699 vehicles affected

Most common 2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure1
Steering1

What owners report

2009-09-18, Structure
WELD FAILURE ON THE FORK STOPS ON A 2009 INDIAN MOTORCYCLE. CAUSED THE MOTORCYCLE TO LOSE CONTROL ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS AND RESULTED IN A RIDER LOSING CONTROL AND CRASHING THE MOTORCYCLE. THE WELD ON THE FORK DOWN TUBE THAT PREVENTS THE HANDLE BARS FROM TURNING TOO FAR BROKE OFF AND CAUSED A RIDER TO CRASH. UPON INSPECTION OF THE WELD AFTER THE CRASH IT IS CLEARLY VISIBLE THAT THE WELD IS NOT SUFFICIENT TO HOLD THE FORK STOP IN PLACE. REVIEW OF THE CALL OUT SHEETS FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF THE BIKES CALLS FOR A 1/4 INCH WELD ALL THE WAY AROUND THE FORK STOP LUG. THIS LUG HAS A 1/16TH TACK WELD ON 3 SIDES. IT APPEARS TO BE A TACK WELD THAT WAS PUT ON TO HOLD THE LUG IN PLACE PRIOR TO FINAL

2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster questions

Does the 2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster: Wheels:Rim; Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch; Structure:Motorcycle:Kickstand/Center Stand. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Steering (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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