2014 Indian Chief Classic Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 2, 2019 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Chief Classic years
Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2014 Indian Chief Classic so far. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2014 Indian Chief Classic recalls (3)

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Exterior lightingMay 1, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V339000 · 6,487 vehicles

Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014 Chief and Chieftain motorcycles. Due to a problem within the Vehicle Control Module (VCM), all of the front lights, including the headlight, may go out while riding.

Risk: The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) connector and update the VCM software. If the VCM connector is damaged, a new connector and VCM will be installed, free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-02. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-635.

Fuel system, gasolineDec 6, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V877000 · 23,761 vehicles

Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Vintage, Chieftan, Chieftan Dark Horse, Springfield and Roadmaster motorcycles manufactured April 15, 2013, to July 15, 2016. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel rail may contact other components and result in a fuel leak.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket that will limit movement of the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-16-03.

Electrical system:ignition; engine and engine cooling:exhaust systemJun 17, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V446000 · 18,383 vehicles

Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chief Classic, Dark Horse, Chieftain, Roadmaster, Vintage, Springfield, and Chieftain Dark Horse motorcycles manufactured April 15, 2013, to June 16, 2015. In the event of an engine misfire, unburned fuel may pass through parts of the exhaust system, raising the exhaust temperatures.

Risk: Elevated exhaust temperatures may result in an increased risk of fire.

Fix: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. The recall began July 2016. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-16-02.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Indian Chief Classic?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2014 Indian Chief Classic?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2014 Indian Chief Classic a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Chief Classic model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.