Indian Chief Classic recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 6, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Indian Motorcycle Company recalls 2014–2017 Indian — 7 models

Recall number

16V877000

Brand / firm

Indian

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 23,761 units

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.