2022 INDIAN SUPER CHIEF
2 recalls — 2 complaints — 23 TSBs
22V957000 Dec 29, 2022
STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
Defect Description
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2022 Chief, Chief Bobber, Chief Bobber Darkhorse, Chief Darkhorse, Super Chief, and Super Chief Limited motorcycles. The kickstand may not properly retract upon ground contact when left extended while riding. As such, these vehicles fail to c... Read more
Consequence
A kickstand that does not properly retract can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the kickstand, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-23-01.
22V837000 Nov 11, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Scout, Scout Bobber Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Icon, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber Twenty, Scout Bobber Icon, 2022 Scout Rogue Sixty, Chief, Chief Bobber, Chief Bobber Dark Horse, Chief Dark Horse, Scout Rogue, Super Chief, and Super Chie... Read more
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump and the fuel pump seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-22-06.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 26, 2022
Incident date: Sep 24, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Indian Super Chief. The contact stated while driving at 15 MPH, the motorcycle emitted an abnormal shushing sound. Additionally, there was a 5 feet-stopping distance delay when depressing the brake pedal. The contact continued driving, however, the abnormal sounds increased s... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 8, 2022
Incident date: Feb 8, 2022
Gas tank filler neck. Definitely available for inspection anytime you want. My safety and the safety of others is put at risk by the manufacture of this gas tank with a metal bar blocking full insertion of any gas station fuel nozzle! By having this bar there, it blocks full insertion of some gas ... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2022 INDIAN SUPER CHIEF
23 manufacturer communications from 18 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 4 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 1 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT | 1 |
ISA-24-01
Feb 6, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
Indian Motorcycle found that some 2022 and 2023 Chief models can exhibit a noise in the front of the motorcycle when operating slowly on rough or bumpy road conditions. The sound can be difficult to properly diagnose as it may resemble a me
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.
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
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.
IND-03.07.2023
Mar 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RIDE COMMAND 1.2.1 SOFTWARE OVERVIEW (4a?? DISPLAYS). The new Ride Command software includes a new feature and many great usability improvements. The software comes standard on all model year 2023 Chief, Super Chief and FT
IND-03.07.2023
Mar 7, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RIDE COMMAND 1.2.1 SOFTWARE OVERVIEW (4a?? DISPLAYS). The new Ride Command software includes a new feature and many great usability improvements. The software comes standard on all model year 2023 Chief, Super Chief and FT
I-22-09-01
Sep 22, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Indian Motorcycles is releasing a guide to aid in misfire diagnosis on heavyweight air and liquid cooled motorcycles. This Team Tip provides additional details on the systems and components that may contribute to misfire or runabillity conc
ISA-21-01
Mar 31, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Indian Motorcycle found that some 2022 Chief models can exhibit a noise in the front of the motorcycle when operating slowly on rough or bumpy road conditions. The sound can be difficult to properly diagnose as it may resemble a metallic cl
I-22-03-02
Mar 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Indian Motorcycle identified that on Indian Scout Models there is a potential for damage to occur to electrical hardware or the vehicle harness if the battery ground cable and ground joint is not connected properly. Damage can occur during
IND-03-11-2022
Mar 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
We have seen a few MY22 Chief series bikes out of the crate that while on PDI road test the engine started to bog down and the engine light came on and displayed a P1541 code in Digital Wrench. Connect a 5 amp charger to the vehicles batter
IND-02-14-2022
Feb 14, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
IND-02-14-2022
Feb 14, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
01IND2021-12-07
Dec 7, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Indian General Ride Command Diagnosis
I-21-02
Aug 13, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Indian Motorcycle has determined some 2022 Indian Chief motorcycles may have a misaligned fork cover. This may cause cosmetic damage to the fork, fork cover, and fender.
IDH-21-02 R02
Jul 20, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Update to the international stop sale on affected motorcycle(s).
03IND2021-05-26
May 26, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
We have received some questions about the cast finish on current production engines.
IDH-21-03
May 18, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Indian Motorcycle has identified an improper harness routing on some 2022 Chief motorcycles. Harness routing inspection and repair instructions have been added to this communication.
IDH-21-02
Apr 16, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
International stop sale on affected motorcycle(s).
I-21-03-01 Email
Mar 25, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Indian Motorcycle has identified some erroneous faults that may appear on 2022 Indian Chief models during specific events, such as cold starts with low battery voltage.
I-21-03-01
Mar 25, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Indian Motorcycle has identified some erroneous faults that may appear on 2022 Indian Chief models during specific events, such as cold starts with low battery voltage.
ISA-21-01
Mar 16, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Indian Motorcycle found that some 2022 Chief models can exhibit a noise in the front of the motorcycle when operating slowly on rough or bumpy road conditions.
IDH-HOLD
Mar 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
ISA-21-01 Email
Mar 16, 2016
020000 SUSPENSION
Indian Motorcycle found that some 2022 Chief models can exhibit a noise in the front of the motorcycle when operating slowly on rough or bumpy road conditions.
INDIAN SUPER CHIEF — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the INDIAN SUPER CHIEF across all model years (2022–2022).
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Total Recalls
2
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths