The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·16V446000·Announced 2016-06-17

Indian Recalls 2014-2016 Motorcycles Due to Fire Risk

Indian Motorcycle is recalling 2014-2016 models because engine misfires can raise exhaust temperatures, increasing the risk of fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire) where no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for theoretical or unreported harm.

Plain-English summary

Indian Motorcycle Company is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chief Classic, Dark Horse, Chieftain, Roadmaster, Vintage, Springfield, and Chieftain Dark Horse motorcycles. The affected units were manufactured between April 15, 2013, and June 16, 2015.

The recall addresses a defect where an engine misfire may allow unburned fuel to pass through parts of the exhaust system. This process can raise exhaust temperatures, which may result in an increased risk of fire.

Dealers will update the engine control module (ECM) software for affected vehicles free of charge. The recall began in July 2016. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC, CHIEFTAIN, ROADMASTER, VINTAGE
Brand
INDIAN
Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
18,383

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (6)

  • CHIEF CLASSIC
  • CHIEFTAIN
  • ROADMASTER
  • VINTAGE
  • DARK HORSE
  • CHIEFTAN DARK HORSE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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