The 2014 Indian Chieftain has 4 recalls, the most serious being a gear position sensor that can oxidize and falsely display neutral while the transmission is actually in gear, causing the motorcycle to lurch forward unexpectedly when started.
An engine misfire can allow unburned fuel to pass through the exhaust system, raising exhaust temperatures to the point where a fire becomes a real risk. On the lighting side, two separate issues can cause the front lights, including the headlight, to cut out entirely while riding: one stems from a failing electrical connection at the vehicle control module, and the other from a fault within the module itself. Either way, the result is a sudden loss of headlight and front lighting at speed, leaving the rider unable to see the road ahead and other drivers unable to see the motorcycle.
At a glance
What can fail
The electrical connection to the Vehicle Control Module may fail, causing the front lights and headlight to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the electrical connection and Vehicle Control Module as needed, and update the software.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The gear position switch contacts can oxidize, causing the display to incorrectly show neutral when the motorcycle is actually in gear.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the gear position switch at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Vehicle Control Module can malfunction, causing all front lights including the headlight to turn off while you're riding.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the VCM connector and update the software. If the connector is damaged, dealers will replace it and the VCM at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
When the engine misfires, unburned fuel flows into the exhaust system and raises exhaust temperatures abnormally.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the engine control module software at no charge to prevent misfires.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
