AI Damage2019 Indian Chief Classic: common problems
The maker issued 6 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 6
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Indian Motorcycle identified that on Indian Scout Models there is a potential for damage to occur to…
Indian Motorcycle identified that on Indian Scout Models there is a potential for damage to occur to electrical hardware or the vehicle harness if the battery ground cable and ground joint is not connected properly…
- Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and…
Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
- EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
- Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2014-2020 FullâSize (111 c.i
/ 116 c.i.) and 2020 Challenger models sold in Japan show compliance concerns due to operating range frequency of key fob, Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM), and Tire Pressure Monitor System…
- This Team Tip has been released by Indian Motorcycle to provide information regarding odometer maintenance…
This Team Tip has been released by Indian Motorcycle to provide information regarding odometer maintenance and address concerns about correct odometer value.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Indian Chief Classic?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 6 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Indian Chief Classic?
NHTSA lists 6 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 2019 Indian Chief Classic 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.
Other 2019 models
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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 2026-11-04.