CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Indian Chieftain has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).
2019 Indian Chieftain recalls
Circuit breaker can trip and stall engine, raising crash risk
A 10-amp circuit breaker in the electrical system may be defective and can trip unexpectedly.
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.
Tail Lights Too Bright, Brake Signal May Be Missed
Some 2019 Chieftain motorcycles have tail lights that are brighter than federal limits allow.
Most common 2019 Indian Chieftain problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
Reference 19V-776 recall campaign 2014-2019 Indian Motorcycle (111 c.I.) gear position switch. This switch was replaced under this recall in June 2020 at 250 miles. The same issue now is happening one year later at 15k miles. This fix from Indian was not effective.
MULTIPLE TIME AFTER HAVING RECALL FOR 10A CIRCUIT BREAKER DONE BIKE HAS DIED ON THE FREEWAY AT SPEED AS IF OUT OF GAS ONCE I PULL OVER AND TURN IT OFF AND BACK ON BIKE ACTS FINE AS THOUGH NOTHING HAPPENED I HAVE TAKEN IT TO NORTH COUNT INDIAN WHER I BOUGHT IT AND SINCE THEY COULDN'T GET IT TO REPEAT THEY STATED FINE AND BLEW IT OFF BUT BIKE HAS DONE IT 3 TIMES SINCE I GOT IT BACK. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE AS MY LIFE IS IN DANGER ON THE FREEWAY IF THE BIKE CUTS OFF AND I CAN GET OFF I COULD BE SERIOUSLY HURT INDIAN NEEDS TO FIX THIS ASAP!
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 INDIAN CHIEFTAIN. WHILE RIDING 40 MPH, THE KICKSTAND FAILED TO RETRACT WHEN THE MOTORCYCLE WAS STARTED AND PLACED INTO GEAR. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE OF THE FAILURE. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A SLIGHT LEFT TURN, THE KICKSTAND DUG INTO THE ROADWAY. AS A RESULT, THE MOTORCYCLE FLIPPED AROUND 180 DEGREES, STRUCK TWO MAILBOXES, DROVE THROUGH BRANCHES ON A PINE TREE, AND BECAME ENTANGLED IN A TELEPHONE POLE. THE CONTACT WAS THROWN FROM THE MOTORCYCLE AND SUSTAINED SEVERAL BRUISES ON THE RIGHT ELBOW AND CONTUSIONS ON THE LEG AND ELBOWS, WHICH DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE AWAY FROM THE CRASH SITE.
2019 Indian Chieftain questions
Does the 2019 Indian Chieftain have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 Indian Chieftain: Circuit breaker can trip and stall engine, raising crash risk; Gear Display May Show Neutral When Bike Is in Gear; Tail Lights Too Bright, Brake Signal May Be Missed. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Indian Chieftain?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Engine (1), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 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.