How many recalls does the 2016 Indian Chieftan have?

The 2016 Indian Chieftan has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2016 Indian Chieftan?

The most recent recall was issued on December 6, 2016 and relates to the fuel system, gasoline system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2016 Indian Chieftan?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 2016 Indian Chieftan involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2016 Indian Chieftan affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2016 Indian Chieftan.

2016 Indian Chieftan

NHTSA (USA)Critical

December 6, 2016

2014–2017 INDIAN CHIEFTAN NHTSA Campaign #16V877000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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.

Safety Risk

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 recall is I-16-03.

23,761 vehicles affectedMfr ref: I-16-03Updated May 25, 2026

2016 Indian Chieftan

What Owners Report

Federal Crash Test Ratings

1 Recall

Defect

Safety Risk

Remedy

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