Indian Motorcycle Chief Recalls in Canada
The Indian Motorcycle Chief has 38 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by lights and instruments issues with 12 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Indian Motorcycle dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
2022-12-29Structure: Issue: On certain motorcycles, if you accidentally ride the motorcycle with the side stand extended, it may not retract if it contacts the ground. Canadian regulations require a
2022-11-11Fuel System: Issue: On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump could fail. If this happens, the engine could stall while driving and you may not be able to restart it. Safety Risk: A sudden
2022-08-02Lights And Instruments: Issue: On certain motorcycles, a poor electrical connection at the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) could lead to an intermittent or total loss of forward lighting. Note: If this hap
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Indian Motorcycle Chief have in Canada?
38 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Indian Motorcycle Chief (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is lights and instruments with 12 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Indian Motorcycle Chief has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Indian Motorcycle dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.