Recall 13V391000: 2009, 2012–2013 Indian Chief and 4 other models
- Report received
- Aug 30, 2013
- Manufacturer
- Indian Motorcycle Company
- Potentially affected
- 861vehicles
- Model years
- 2009–2013
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2009 Deluxe and Standard, 2009-2011 Roadmaster, 2009-2013 Vintage, 2010 Bomber, 2010-2013 Classic and Dark Horse, 2011 Blackhawk Dark and Blackhawk motorcycles. The rear rim may crack and cause a loss of air pressure.
Possible consequence
The cracked rim can lead to a flat rear tire, which could cause the rider to lose control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear rim, free of charge. Indian mailed an interim letter to owners in September 2013. Parts are now available. A second notice was sent to owners during April 2014. Owners may contact Indian at 1-888-704-5290.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2009 Indian Chief0 complaints
- 2012 Indian Chief0 complaints
- 2013 Indian Chief0 complaints
- 2009 Indian Chief Roadmaster1 complaints
- 2009 Indian Chief Standard1 complaints
- 2009 Indian Chief Vintage0 complaints
- 2010 Indian Roadmaster0 complaints
- 2011 Indian Roadmaster0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.