2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
7
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC
The 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM. 7 technical service bulletins have been issued by Indian Motorcycle Company for this model year.
Recalls for the 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC, potentially affecting up to 67,014 vehicles.
Recall 19V339000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
| 6,487 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 16V877000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
| 23,761 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 16V446000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
| 18,383 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Elevated exhaust temperatures may result in an increased risk of fire.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 16V446000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
| 18,383 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Elevated exhaust temperatures may result in an increased risk of fire.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC.
Safety Rating for the 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC
Indian Motorcycle Company has issued 7 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
ISA-19-03 R03 — EQUIPMENT
Indian Motorcycle has determined the gear position switch used on 2014-2019 (111 c.i.) motorcycles may provide an inaccurate signal, which can lead to an incorrect gear being displayed. Oxidation on the contacts of the gear position switch may cause a change in resistance values resulting in the rider display indicating...
I-18-05-01 — EQUIPMENT
2014-2018 Indian Motorcycles utilize Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries which are selected for their superior vibration resistance, weight savings, and high output. This Team Tip is being released to provide the Indian dealer network with specific recommendations to help maintain and restore the AGM type batteries used in Indian Motorcycles.
I-15-01-01 — SERVICE BRAKES
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE: NEWS LETTER REGARDING POLARIS/ NORTHSTAR , INDIAN SOFTWARE UPDATE ADDRESSING CUSTOMER CONCERNS ON THE BRAKE-THROTTLE OVERRIDE. *LJ
I-15-01-01 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE 2014-2015: INFORMATION REAGRDING SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR CLASSIC, VINTAGE , CHIEFTAIN MOTORCYCLES FOR THE BRAKE -THROTTLE OVERRIDE FUNCTIONALITY. *LJ
I-14-03-01 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SEE MANUAL. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING. 06/19/14*LJ
I-14-01 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
VICTORY NEWSLETTER REGARDING RECENT FIELD COMMUNICATIONS. SEE MANUAL. 06/19/2014*LJ
I-14-01 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SOME 2014 MAY HAVE FALSE DTC DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. 06/19/14*LJ
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC
- 2012 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC — 0 complaints
- 2013 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC — 0 complaints
- 2014 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC (current)
- 2015 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC — 0 complaints
- 2016 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC — 0 complaints
- 2017 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC — 0 complaints
- 2018 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC — 0 complaints
Other INDIAN Models
- INDIAN CHIEF — 98 total complaints
- INDIAN SCOUT — 65 total complaints
- INDIAN ROADMASTER — 33 total complaints
- INDIAN CHIEFTAIN — 19 total complaints
- INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — 18 total complaints
- INDIAN SPIRIT — 15 total complaints
- INDIAN CHIEF DARK HORSE — 13 total complaints
- INDIAN SCOUT BOBBER — 12 total complaints