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2015-2016 Indian Chief Classic, Indian Chieftain and others recall: master cylinder

Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall on November 2, 2015. It covers about 7,614 vehicles.

vehicles affected
7,614
reported
Nov 2, 2015
owners notified
Nov 5, 2015
related complaints
1

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about brakes problems.

Questions about recall 15V721000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Indian Chief Classic, Indian Chieftain and others master cylinder?

Yes. Recall 15V721000, reported on November 2, 2015, covers about 7,614 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V721000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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