AI Damage2022 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse reliability: common problems
The maker issued 3 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 3
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Indian Motorcycle found that some 2022 and 2023 Chief models can exhibit a noise in the front of the…
Indian Motorcycle found that some 2022 and 2023 Chief models can exhibit a noise in the front of the motorcycle when operating slowly on rough or bumpy road conditions. The sound can be difficult to properly diagnose…
- Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't…
Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't turn on, leading to display replacement.
- Indian Motorcycles is releasing a guide to aid in misfire diagnosis on heavyweight air and liquid cooled…
Indian Motorcycles is releasing a guide to aid in misfire diagnosis on heavyweight air and liquid cooled motorcycles. This Team Tip provides additional details on the systems and components that may contribute to…
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 3 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse?
NHTSA lists 3 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-06.