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2020 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE

1 recalls — 0 complaints — 5 TSBs

22V635000 Aug 19, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014 Chief, 2015 Chief Classic, 2014-2018 Chieftain, 2015-2020 Chief Vintage, 2016-2018 Chieftain Darkhorse, 2016-2020 Springfield, 2017-2018 Chieftain Limited, and 2018-2019 Chieftain Classic motorcycles. The electrical connection for the Veh... Read more
Consequence
The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the electrical connection and VCM, as necessary. Dealers will update the VCM software, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2022. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3... Read more
28,689 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Indian Motorcycle Company

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2020 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE

5 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING1
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT1
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE1
2023-01-10.26.23 Oct 26, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't turn on, leading to display replacement.
2023-01-10.26.23 Oct 26, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't turn on, leading to display replacement.
2023-01-10.26.23 Oct 26, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't turn on, leading to display replacement.
I-19-02-A/B/C Aug 29, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Indian Motorcycle has determined that an electrical defect may exist in 2014-2020 Heavyweight Air Cooled Indian Motorcycles, resulting in the unexpected loss of forward lighting. This defect may also cause heat damage to the Vehicle Contr
I-19-02-A/B/C Aug 29, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Indian Motorcycle has determined that an electrical defect may exist in 2014-2020 Heavyweight Air Cooled Indian Motorcycles, resulting in the unexpected loss of forward lighting. This defect may also cause heat damage to the Vehicle Contr

INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE across all model years (2002–2020).

18 Total Recalls
18 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
3 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2020 (current) 1 0
2019 1 0 View
2018 3 1 View
2017 2 1 View
2016 2 1 View
2015 2 6 View
2014 0 9 View
2009 3 0 View
2003 3 0 View
2002 1 0 View

Other INDIAN Models

Model Recalls Complaints
ACCESSORY BRAKE LEVER 0 0 View
BLACKHAWK 0 0 View
BLACKHAWK DARK 0 0 View
BOMBER 0 0 View
CHALLENGER 0 0 View
CHALLENGER DARK HORSE 0 0 View
CHALLENGER ELITE 0 0 View
CHALLENGER LIMITED 0 0 View