2016 Indian Chief Vintage Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Chief Vintage years
- Not enough data 3rd of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2016 Indian Chief Vintage. That ranks 3rd out of 11 Chief Vintage model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 890 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Indian Chief Vintage problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 100% | 890 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2016 Indian Chief Vintage recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:headlights; exterior lighting:lighting control module:software
Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014 Chief, 2015 Chief Classic, 2014-2018 Chieftain, 2015-2020 Chief Vintage, 2016-2018 Chieftain Darkhorse, 2016-2020 Springfield, 2017-2018 Chieftain Limited, and 2018-2019 Chieftain Classic motorcycles. The electrical connection for the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) may fail, causing a loss of the front lights, including the headlight.
Risk: The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the electrical connection and VCM, as necessary. Dealers will update the VCM software, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2022. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-02. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 19V-339.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Takata recall the right side saddle bag detaches from the motorcycle at speeds above 60 mph causing the saddle bag to come off of the motorcycle and onto the roadway, this can result in injury to the rider or other persons using the roadway.there have been numerous complaints regarding this matter…
Other Indian Chief Vintage years
← 2015 Chief Vintage · 2017 Chief Vintage →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chief Vintage | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 Chief Vintage | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 Chief Vintage | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 Chief Vintage | 1 | 3 |
| 2017 Chief Vintage | 1 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 Chief Vintage | 4 | 2 |
| 2014 Chief Vintage | 6 | 0 |
| 2009 Chief Vintage | 0 | 3 |
| 2003 Chief Vintage | 0 | 3 |
| 2002 Chief Vintage | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Indian Chief Vintage?
Owners most often report unknown or other problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Indian Chief Vintage?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Indian Chief Vintage a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Chief Vintage model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.