2019 Indian Springfield Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Springfield years
- Not enough data 2nd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2019 Indian Springfield. That ranks 2nd out of 9 Springfield model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is tires (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 16,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 Indian Springfield 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 | 100% | 16,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2019 Indian Springfield recalls (3)
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.
Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2019 Chieftain, Vintage, Roadmaster, Dark Horse, Springfield, and FTR1200 motorcycles. A 10A circuit breaker may be defective, tripping unexpectedly and causing a sudden loss of power and an engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Indian will notify owners and provide a new 10A circuit breaker and installation instructions. Owners may choose to have the part installed at a dealership, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-05.
Power train:manual transmission; electrical system
Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Chief, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and Springfield motorcycles. The gear position switch contacts may oxidize, causing the gear position display to inaccurately show that the motorcycle is in neutral when it is actually in gear.
Risk: If the transmission is not in neutral when the motorcycle is started, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the switch free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-03.
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.
The contact owns a 2019 Indian Springfield equipped with Dunlop Tires, Tire Line: D250, Tire Size: 180/60R16. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH with a passenger, the rear tire exploded. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the tire explosion lifted…
Other Indian Springfield years
← 2018 Springfield · 2020 Springfield →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Springfield | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 Springfield | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 Springfield | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 1 | 3 |
| 2018 Springfield | 0 | 4 |
| 2017 Springfield | 1 | 4 |
| 2016 Springfield | 3 | 3 |
| 2015 Springfield | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 Springfield | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Indian Springfield?
Owners most often report tires problems. The top one, tires, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Indian Springfield?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 Indian Springfield a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Springfield model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.