CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Indian Chieftain has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (1 report).
2015 Indian Chieftain 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.
Gear Display May Show Neutral When Bike Is in Gear
A gear position switch on these Indian motorcycles can oxidize, causing the gear display to incorrectly show neutral when the transmission is actually engaged in a gear.
Engine misfire can overheat exhaust and raise fire risk
Certain Indian motorcycles from model years 2014 to 2015 may experience an engine misfire, which can allow unburned fuel to pass through parts of the exhaust system.
Rear Brake Can Lose Power, Increasing Crash Risk
Some motorcycles may have a rear brake master cylinder problem that can cause a partial or complete loss of rear brake power.
Most common 2015 Indian Chieftain problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
1) PRESSED IGNITION BOTTON TO TURN BIKE OFF AND BIKE STAYED ON. 2) ABS INDICATOR LIGHT STAYS ON. 3) SPEEDOMETER WENT TO ZERO WHILE RIDING. 4) RADIO JUST STOPPED WORKING NO INDICATION ON DASHBOARD WHILE RIDING.
I HAD AN ACCIDENT WITH A PASSENGER ON THE BIKE THAT I BELIEVE WAS CAUSED BY A LEAKING REAR BRAKE RESERVOIR. I APPROACHED A SWEEPING RIGHT HAND CURVE AND THE BIKE WOULD NOT TURN, WE WENT HEAD FIRST INTO A GUARDRAIL AT ABOUT 40MPH. I BELIEVE THE REAR BRAKE RESERVOIR LEAKED BRAKE FLUID ON THE REAR TIRE WHILE IN THE TURN. POC SHOWS BLOWBACK OF BRAKE FLUID ON THE DRIVE BELT GUARD RIGHT BESIDE THE REAR TIRE. THE ONLY WAY THIS CAN HAPPEN IS WITH AIR MOVEMENT, WHICH ALSO CAUSED THE BIKE TO NOT TURN OR REACT, CAUSING THE CRASH.
2015 Indian Chieftain questions
Does the 2015 Indian Chieftain have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2015 Indian Chieftain: Front Lights Can Fail, Reducing Visibility; Gear Display May Show Neutral When Bike Is in Gear; Engine misfire can overheat exhaust and raise fire risk; 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 2015 Indian Chieftain?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Indian Chieftain 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.