Indian Motorcycle Company | NHTSA Recall #15V721000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V721000 by Indian Motorcycle Company. Affecting model year 2015-2016 chief classic, chief vintage, chieftain, roadmaster, and 2016 dark horse motorcycles manufactured january 2, 2015, to october 23, 2015 Includes 7,614 affected units, Loss of Rear Brakes, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015-2016 chief classic, chief vintage, chieftain, roadmaster, and 2016 dark horse motorcycles manufactured january 2, 2015, to october 23, 2015

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V721000
Report Received Date: 2015-11-02T00:00:00
Subject: Loss of rear brakes
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 7,614

Details

MFR Campaign Number: I-15-04
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 91.62

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