All 2002 and 2003 chief models have a kick stand that does not have a locking mechanism like prior year models. This allows the kick stand to fold up at the slightest forward movement of the motorcycle and the vehicle to fall over causing serious injury to any person, or crush and kill a child, standing next to the 600+ lbs vehicle.
Equipment & accessories
Indian Chief Equipment problems by year
3 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Indian Chief's equipment & accessories. Trailer hitches, mobility equipment, accessories and aftermarket parts.
Equipment complaints by model year
Latest Chief equipment complaints
Dot lable inside both rims are causing inner tube failure. Dealer / manufacturer were notified, and unwilling to assist in this matter. Feel free to provide any further information on this problem. *Ak
The mounting bracket for the foot rest is designed too low, the foot rest attachment is secured by a screw which hangs down lower than the foot rest mounting thus the head of the screw caught a obstacle with such force that the welded tab on the frame broke. Nlm
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data