Indian Dark Horse recalls
There are 5 safety recalls on record for the Indian Dark Horse, covering 28,256 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Indian Dark Horse recalls by model year
All recalls
Electrical system: ignition
- 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
Wheels: rim
- 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
Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center stand
- 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
Exterior lighting: headlights: switch
- 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
Questions about the Indian Dark Horse recalls
How do I check if my Indian Dark Horse has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Indian Dark Horse have?
5, covering electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic and wheels.
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