Indian Chief Recalls in Canada
The Indian Chief has 12 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by other issues with 3 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Indian dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
2003-11-27Other: On certain motorcycles, the windshield bracket mounting bolts are not flush with the brackets which could place excessive stress on the bolts causing them to break. Broken mountin
2003-11-27Fuel System: On certain motorcycles, the gas tank vent tube can become clogged with debris and could cause an interruption of fuel flow to the carburetor and the engine to stop. A clogged vent
2003-11-27Fuel System: On certain motorcycles, the gas tank vent tube can become clogged with debris and could cause an interruption of fuel flow to the carburetor and the engine to stop. A clogged vent
Checking a specific Indian Chief?
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Indian Chief have in Canada?
12 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Indian Chief (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is other with 3 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Indian 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 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.