1) pressed ignition botton to turn bike off and bike stayed on. 2) ABS indicator light stays on. 3) speedometer went to zero while riding. 4) radio just stopped working no indication on dashboard while riding.
The worst 2015 Indian Chieftain problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
- Electrical1
Recalls 4
Exterior lighting: lighting control module: software
- What is wrong
- 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 Vehicle Control Module (VCM) may fail, causing a loss of the front lights, including the headlight.
- Risk
- 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 1‑877‑204‑3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-02. This recall replaces the federal safety agency recall number 19V‑339.
Recall number 22V635000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Chief, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and Springfield motorcycles. The gear position switch contacts may oxidize, causing the gear position display to inaccurately show that the motorcycle is in neutral when it is actually in gear.
- Risk
- If the transmission is not in neutral when the motorcycle is started, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the switch free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1‑877‑204‑3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-03.
Recall number 19V776000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
- What is wrong
- Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chief Classic, Dark Horse, Chieftain, Roadmaster, Vintage, Springfield, and Chieftain Dark Horse motorcycles manufactured April 15, 2013, to June 16, 2015. In the event of an engine misfire, unburned fuel may pass through parts of the exhaust system, raising the exhaust temperatures.
- Risk
- Elevated exhaust temperatures may result in an increased risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Indian will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. The recall began July 2016. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1‑877‑204‑3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-16-02.
Recall number 16V446000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
- What is wrong
- Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chief Classic, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and 2016 Dark Horse motorcycles manufactured January 2, 2015, to October 23, 2015. Due to a problem with the rear brake master cylinder, the motorcycles may have a reduction in, or a complete loss of, rear brake power.
- Risk
- A full or partial loss of rear braking power may lengthen the distance needed to slow or stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake master cylinder piston assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2015. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1‑877‑204‑3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-15-04.
Recall number 15V721000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2015 Indian Chieftain 29
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding removal and installation of the...
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article contains information regarding the inspection and adjustment of...
- This Indian Motorycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and tension adjustment...
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding brake inspection and maintenance...
- Indian Motorcycle has determined that an electrical defect may exist in 2014-2020 Heavyweight Air Cooled...
- Indian Motorcycle identified that on Indian Scout Models there is a potential for damage to occur to...
- Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and...
- Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2014-2020 Full–Size (111 c.i. / 116 c.i.) and 2020 Challenger...
- EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
- This Team Tip has been released by Indian Motorcycle to provide information regarding odometer maintenance...
What 2015 Indian Chieftain owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I had an accident with a passenger on the bike that I believe was caused by a leaking rear brake reservoir. I approached a sweeping right hand curve and the bike would not turn, we went head first into a guardrail at about 40mph. I believe the rear brake reservoir leaked brake fluid on the rear tire while in the turn. Poc shows blowback of brake fluid on the drive belt guard right beside the rear tire. The only way this can happen is with air movement, which also caused the bike to not turn or react, causing the crash.
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Questions about the 2015 Indian Chieftain
Is the 2015 Indian Chieftain reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2015 Indian Chieftain, close to a typical Chieftain model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Indian Chieftain?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2015 Indian Chieftain have?
4 recalls, covering exterior lighting, electrical system and engine and engine cooling.
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