NHTSA Recall 22V957000: Kickstand/center stand (structure)
Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,653 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Indian Chief.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V957000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | I-23-01 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › MOTORCYCLE › KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND |
| Report received | December 29, 2022 |
| Owner notification | February 17, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2022 Chief, Chief Bobber, Chief Bobber Darkhorse, Chief Darkhorse, Super Chief, and Super Chief Limited motorcycles. The kickstand may not properly retract upon ground contact when left extended while riding. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
Safety risk
A kickstand that does not properly retract can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the kickstand, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-23-01.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V957000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Indian Chief | 2022 |
| Indian Chief Bobber | 2022 |
| Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse | 2022 |
| Indian Chief Dark Horse | 2022 |
| Indian Super Chief | 2022 |
| Indian Super Chief Limited | 2022 |
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.