Recall 15V721000: 2015–2016 Indian Chief and 3 other models
- Report received
- Nov 2, 2015
- Manufacturer
- Indian Motorcycle Company
- Potentially affected
- 7,614vehicles
- Model years
- 2015–2016
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 2015-2016 Chief Classic, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and 2016 Dark Horse motorcycles manufactured January 2, 2015, to October 23, 2015. Due to a problem with the rear brake master cylinder, the motorcycles may have a reduction in, or a complete loss of, rear brake power.
Possible consequence
A full or partial loss of rear braking power may lengthen the distance needed to slow or stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake master cylinder piston assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2015. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-15-04.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2015 Indian Chief1 complaints
- 2016 Indian Chief0 complaints
- 2015 Indian Chief Vintage4 complaints
- 2016 Indian Chief Vintage1 complaints
- 2015 Indian Chieftain2 complaints
- 2016 Indian Chieftain1 complaints
- 2015 Indian Roadmaster3 complaints
- 2016 Indian Roadmaster4 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.