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2014-2016 Indian Chief Classic, Indian Chieftain and others recall: ignition

Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall on June 17, 2016. It covers about 18,383 vehicles.

vehicles affected
18,383
reported
Jun 17, 2016
owners notified
Aug 5, 2016
related complaints
7

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 7 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 16V446000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2016 Indian Chief Classic, Indian Chieftain and others ignition?

Yes. Recall 16V446000, reported on June 17, 2016, covers about 18,383 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V446000?

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.

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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