AI DamageIndian Chieftan: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Indian Chieftan across 4 model years: 0 owner complaints and 35 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
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…
- Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and…
- EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
- Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2014-2020 FullâSize (111 c.i
- Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2014-2020 FullâSize (111 c.i
- Indian Motorcycle has identified a potential calibration issue affecting some 111/116 c.i
- This Team Tip has been released by Indian Motorcycle to provide information regarding odometer maintenance…
- Indian Motorcycle has identified a potential calibration issue affecting some 111/116 c.i
- Digital Wrench version 4.0 is now available for download
- Digital Wrench version 3.9 is now available for download
- At the dealer show in July, we launched the new MY18 Indian Motorcycle line-up!
- At Polaris, we are committed to the safety of our customers and riders
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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.