Indian Chief Classic recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

June 17, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Indian Motorcycle Company recalls 2014–2016 Indian — 6 models

Recall number

16V446000

Brand / firm

Indian

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 18,383 units

Why it was recalled

Elevated exhaust temperatures may result in an increased risk of fire.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.