2016 Indian Chief Vintage Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Indian Chief Vintage has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).

2Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Chief Vintage?

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

2016 Indian Chief Vintage recalls

Front Lights Can Fail, Reducing Visibility

Recall 22V635Aug 19, 202228,689 vehicles affected

The electrical connection for the Vehicle Control Module may fail, which can cause a loss of the front lights, including the headlight.

Rear Brake Can Lose Power, Increasing Crash Risk

Recall 15V721Nov 2, 20157,614 vehicles affected

Some motorcycles may have a rear brake master cylinder problem that can cause a partial or complete loss of rear brake power.

Most common 2016 Indian Chief Vintage problems

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

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2016-09-12, Unknown Or Other
TAKATA RECALL THE RIGHT SIDE SADDLE BAG DETACHES FROM THE MOTORCYCLE AT SPEEDS ABOVE 60 MPH CAUSING THE SADDLE BAG TO COME OFF OF THE MOTORCYCLE AND ONTO THE ROADWAY, THIS CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO THE RIDER OR OTHER PERSONS USING THE ROADWAY.THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING THIS MATTER. GOOGLE INDIAN MOTORCYCLE FORUM

2016 Indian Chief Vintage questions

Does the 2016 Indian Chief Vintage have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Indian Chief Vintage: Front Lights Can Fail, Reducing Visibility; Rear Brake Can Lose Power, Increasing Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Indian Chief Vintage?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Indian Chief Vintage 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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