The 2017 Indian Chief Vintage has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).
2017 Indian Chief Vintage recalls
Front Lights Can Fail, Reducing Visibility
The electrical connection for the Vehicle Control Module may fail, which can cause a loss of the front lights, including the headlight.
Headlight May Not Meet US Standards, Reducing Visibility
Some 2017 and 2018 Indian motorcycles may have a European-market halogen headlight installed instead of the US-market version.
Most common 2017 Indian Chief Vintage problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
I RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS BIKE NEW FROM LYNWOOD MOTOPLEX HERE IN THE STATE OF WA. IT NOW HAS ONLY 287 MILES ON IT AND THE SIDESTAND SPRING, PART NO. 7043056 BROKE IN HALF. IF THIS HAPPENED WHILE I WAS RIDING AND TURNING LEFT THIS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH BY JACKNIFING THE MOTORCYCLE. VEHICLE WAS LUCKILY STATIONARY WHEN THIS OCCURED.
2017 Indian Chief Vintage questions
Does the 2017 Indian Chief Vintage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Indian Chief Vintage: Front Lights Can Fail, Reducing Visibility; Headlight May Not Meet US Standards, Reducing Visibility. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Indian Chief Vintage?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.