NHTSA Recall 16V877000: Fuel system, gasoline
Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 23,761 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Indian Chief Classic.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V877000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | I-16-03 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Report received | December 6, 2016 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Vintage, Chieftan, Chieftan Dark Horse, Springfield and Roadmaster motorcycles manufactured April 15, 2013, to July 15, 2016. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel rail may contact other components and result in a fuel leak.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket that will limit movement of the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-16-03.
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 16V877000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Indian Chief Classic | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Indian Chief Dark Horse | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Indian Chieftan | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Indian Chieftan Dark Horse | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Indian Roadmaster | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Indian Springfield | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Indian Vintage | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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.