2019 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Electrical system is the leading concern among 3 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the highest complaint count among 3 Chieftain Dark Horse model years with reports.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Electrical system, wiring, fuses and circuit breakersDec 11, 2019
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2019 Chieftain, Vintage, Roadmaster, Dark Horse, Springfield, and FTR1200 motorcycles. A 10A circuit breaker may be defective, tripping unexpectedly and causing a sudden loss of power and an engine stall.
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Indian will notify owners and provide a new 10A circuit breaker and installation instructions. Owners may choose to have the part installed at a dealership, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-05.
Campaign 19V882000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: other or unspecified
1 report, newest first. Show all
Electrical system, Other or unspecified, Mar 1, 2024
Gear shifter had a recall that was fixed however I just purchased this bike and is having the same issues again. The display indicates the wrong gear.