1999 Indian Chief problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension:rear:shock Absorber (2) · Suspension (2) · Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar (2)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (5)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2022-02-14 · IND-02-14-2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. the version has been translated into french.
Equipment 2021-03-15 · IDH-HOLD · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
effective immediately: stop sale on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
Power Train:manual Transmission:lubricant 2009-07-22 · TSB-040902 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
indian motorcycle: transmission oil level check. model and model years not listed. *pe
Suspension:rear:shock Absorber 2009-07-22 · TSB-040903 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
indian motorcycle: the rear shock absorber on the motorcycle can be adjusted for the weight the motorcycle is carrying. to adjust the shock absorber spring, you will need an appropriate spanner wrench. no model or model years listed. *pe
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2009-07-01 · SB-040901 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
indian motorcycle: engine oil level check. no model or model years listed. *pe
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.