2016 Indian Chief Classic Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Chief Classic years
- Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2016 Indian Chief Classic so far. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 0owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
2016 Indian Chief Classic recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline
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 system
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.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chief Classic, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and 2016 Dark Horse motorcycles manufactured January 2, 2015, to October 23, 2015. Due to a problem with the rear brake master cylinder, the motorcycles may have a reduction in, or a complete loss of, rear brake power.
Risk: A full or partial loss of rear braking power may lengthen the distance needed to slow or stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake master cylinder piston assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2015. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-15-04.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Other Indian Chief Classic years
← 2015 Chief Classic · 2017 Chief Classic →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Chief Classic | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 Chief Classic | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 0 | 3 |
| 2015 Chief Classic | 0 | 4 |
| 2014 Chief Classic | 0 | 3 |
| 2013 Chief Classic | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 Chief Classic | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Indian Chief Classic?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.
Was there a recall on the 2016 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 2016 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 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.