NHTSA Recall 16V446000: Ignition (electrical system) and exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18,383 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Indian Chief Classic.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V446000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | I-16-02 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | June 17, 2016 |
| Owner notification | August 5, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V446000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Indian Chief Classic | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Indian Chieftain | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Indian Chieftan Dark Horse | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Indian Dark Horse | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Indian Roadmaster | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Indian Vintage | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.