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2009 Indian Chief Standard problems

The most common problem on the 2009 Indian Chief Standard is body and structure. Its complaint count is close to a typical Chief Standard model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
7
Worst area
Body

The worst 2009 Indian Chief Standard problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Body
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Lights
    1

Problems by type

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  • Body
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Lights
    1

Recalls 3

Wheels: rimReported August 30, 2013 · 861 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2009 Deluxe and Standard, 2009-2011 Roadmaster, 2009-2013 Vintage, 2010 Bomber, 2010-2013 Classic and Dark Horse, 2011 Blackhawk Dark and Blackhawk motorcycles. The rear rim may crack and cause a loss of air pressure.
Risk
The cracked rim can lead to a flat rear tire, which could cause the rider to lose control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear rim, free of charge. Indian mailed an interim letter to owners in September 2013. Parts are now available. A second notice was sent to owners during April 2014. Owners may contact Indian at 1‑888‑704‑5290.

Recall number 13V391000 · Recall details

Exterior lighting: headlights: switchReported June 27, 2011 · 699 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Polaris is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 indian motorcycles for the body control module (bcm) which can cause the headlight to turn off in some circumstances. If the headlight switch is slowly moved from one position to another (high beam to low beam or low beam to high beam), both beams may be on momentarily and the bcm interprets this as an overload condition.
Risk
The bcm turns off the headlight until the next time that the key is turned on. The unexpected loss of headlight function could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the bcm free of charge. The safety recall began on august 4, 2011. Owners may contact polaris at 1‑651‑408‑7579.

Recall number 11V343000 · Recall details

Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center standReported June 27, 2011 · 699 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Polaris is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 indian motorcycles for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 123, "motorcycle controls and displays." the side stand may not fold rearward and upward if it contacts the ground when the motorcycle is moving forward.
Risk
If the stand does not fold rearward and upward while the motorcycle moves forward, the driver's ability to control the motorcycle could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the side stand free of charge. The safety recall began on august 4, 2011. Owners may contact indian at 651‑408‑7579.

Recall number 11V344000 · Recall details

See all 3 recalls for the 2009 Indian Chief Standard

Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Indian Chief Standard 7

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 2009 Indian Chief Standard owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 25, 2011 · Body, Engine · 8,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 indian chief standard motorcycle. The contact stated that in an attempt to have the vehicle repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id numbers: 11v343000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch) and 11v344000 (structure:motorcycle kickstand/center stand) he was advised that the dealer was having issues with having the necessary parts needed for the repairs to be shipped to the facility. After three months, the parts were shipped. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure and current mileage was 8,000. Updated 12/12/11*lj the consumer also stated while riding the bike at low speeds, it will stall at times. 01/03/12

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Questions about the 2009 Indian Chief Standard

Is the 2009 Indian Chief Standard reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2009 Indian Chief Standard, close to a typical Chief Standard model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Indian Chief Standard?

Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).

How many recalls does the 2009 Indian Chief Standard have?

3 recalls, covering wheels, exterior lighting and structure.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Indian Chief Standard body?

Yes, 1 recall: 11V344000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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