2014 Indian Chief Vintage problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure (1) · Fuel/Propulsion System (1) · Equipment:mechanical:carrier/Rack (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (20)
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.
Electrical System 2021-03-25 · I-20-06 R02 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
indian motorcycle has determined that some 2014-2020 fullâsize (111 c.i. / 116 c.i.) and 2020 challenger models sold in japan show compliance concerns due to operating range frequency of key fob, vehicle control module (vcm) or wireless control module (wcm), and tire pressure monitor system (tpms)
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.
Electrical System 2021-03-09 · I-20-06 R01 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
indian motorcycle has determined that some 2014-2020 fullâsize (111 c.i. / 116 c.i.) and 2020 challenger models sold in japan show compliance concerns due to operating range frequency of key fob, vehicle control module (vcm) or wireless control module (wcm), and tire pressure monitor system (tpms)
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-12-18 · I-20-12-01 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this team tip has been released by indian motorcycle to provide information regarding odometer maintenance and address concerns about correct odometer value.
Equipment 2020-12-10 · ISA-20-03 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
indian motorcycle has identified a potential calibration issue affecting some 111/116 c.i. motorcycles. when active, the p1530 fault causes the motorcycle to operate in a reduced power (limp) mode.
Showing the 6 most recent of 20 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2018-05-22 · Engine · 50,000 mi“while in motion at 65 mph on a crowded highway the motorcycle lost power. this was not an isolated incident. the bike has been in the shop two times. after each repair the bike was okay for a short period of time than the same problem happened repeatedly. problem could happen at any speed.…”
2017-12-20 · Unknown Or Other“recall not performed and motorcycle sold without repairs. dealer is desert thunder indian motorcycle in kingman, az. motorcycle did not start and was trailed to indian motorcycle who serviced the motorcycle in las vegas. recalls were preformed and battery post replaced after purchasing a new battery due to dead battery from seller. seller was c…”
2017-02-24 · Fuel/Propulsion System“tl* the contact owns a 2014 indian chief vintage motorcycle. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v877000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the is…”
2015-06-01 · Unknown Or Other · 1,100 mi“motorcycle was just purchased on the day of the incident, it was considered new but was a dealer demo model. while accelerating onto an interstate on-ramp the left side leather saddle bag became unattached from motorcycle causing it to fly off of vehicle and landing on the busy highway. owner proceeded to next exit and contacted the dealership. sin…”
2014-07-14 · Structure · 2,400 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 indian chief vintage motorcycle. while driving approximately 65 mph, the quick release latch that attached the contact's saddle bags to the vehicle became fractured. the dealer stated that the contact did not install the saddle bags correctly. the failure mileage was 2,400.…”
2014-05-20 · Equipment:mechanical:carrier/Rack · 3,100 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 indian chief vintage motorcycle n14ccvaarb. the contact stated while traveling 50 mph the saddle bag fell off. the manufacturer was contacted and did not offer a remedy. there was no diagnosis made on the motorcycle. the failure mileage was 3,100. the current mileage was 3,175. …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.