2016 Indian Springfield Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Indian Springfield has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).

3Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2016 Indian Springfield 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.

Gear Display May Show Neutral When Bike Is in Gear

Recall 19V776Oct 29, 201952,745 vehicles affected

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.

Fuel Rail May Contact Parts, Causing Leaks and Fire Risk

Recall 16V877Dec 6, 201623,761 vehicles affected

On certain Indian motorcycles, the fuel rail can move and contact other components, which may cause a fuel leak.

Most common 2016 Indian Springfield problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Tires1
Engine1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Exterior Lighting1

What owners report

2020-10-22, Electrical System
2016 INDIAN SPRINGFIELD MOTORCYCLE VIN: [XXX] THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM WENT OUT ON OR ABOUT 09-05-20 FOLLOWING AN INDIAN REPAIR SHOP VISIT FOR A RECALL ON A DIGITAL SHIFTING SYSTEM (SECOND TIME IN SHOP FOR THIS ISSUE). RIGHT AFTER THIS REPAIR ON 09-05-20 (AND I CANNOT TELL YOU EXACTLY WHEN, MAYBE 1 DAY OR LESS, THE HEADLIGHTS WHEN OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING THIS MOTORCYCLE, (MOVING ON A STREET). ON 9-10-20 I BROUGHT MY 2016 INDIAN SPRINGFIELD TO DAYTONA BEACH INDIAN FOR DIAGNOSIS OF THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM OUTAGE PROBLEM. ON 9-10-20 WAS INFORMED BY DAYTONA BEACH INDIAN THAT THE VCM (VEHICLE CONTROL MODULE) HAD FAILED, SPECIFICALLY PIN # 11, THIS CONTROLLED THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM. PLEASE NOT
2017-04-18, Electrical System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INDIAN SPRINGFIELD. THE CONTACT WAS NOT NOTIFIED BY THE DEALER, BUT THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V446000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 16V877000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT SUPPLIED THE PARTS TO THE DEALER WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-11-22, Tires
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INDIAN SPRINGFIELD MOTORCYCLE EQUIPPED WITH DUNLOP ELITE III TIRES, SIZE: 130/90/1673H (NA). WHEN CLEANING THE MOTORCYCLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMALL CRACKS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE FRONT TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 15,000.

2016 Indian Springfield questions

Does the 2016 Indian Springfield have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Indian Springfield: Front Lights Can Fail, Reducing Visibility; Gear Display May Show Neutral When Bike Is in Gear; Fuel Rail May Contact Parts, Causing Leaks and Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Indian Springfield?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Tires (1), Engine (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Indian Springfield 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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