2015 Indian Chief
The 2015 Indian Chief earns a strong Throttlebook Ownership Score of 75/100. Expect about $16,622 to own it for five years, or $277 a month. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 1 complaints.
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 1
- 5-yr cost
- $17k
- MPG (EPA)
- —
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1 recall may apply
For the 2015 Indian Chief. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.
What's wrong: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Chief, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and Springfield motorcycles. The gear position switch contacts may oxidize, causing the gear position display to inaccurately show that the motorcycle is in neutral when it is actually in gear.
Risk: If the transmission is not in neutral when the motorcycle is started, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the switch free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-03.
Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
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5-year cost to own
Estimated $7,250 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 4,000 mi/yr.
| Depreciation | $1,183 |
| Insurance (national avg.) | $3,500 |
| Fuel / charging | $1,490 |
| Maintenance | $3,710 |
| Repairs | $3,560 |
| Loan interest | $2,044 |
| Taxes & fees | $1,135 |
Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.
Owner complaints & safety
What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.
- Electrical System1
Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.
NHTSA doesn't crash-test motorcycles. Gear up: ABS and a good helmet matter most.
What to check on a used 2015 Indian Chief
Not enough owner reports to rank this model year, so here are the basics.
- Paperwork
- Ask for service records and the title. Compare the VIN on the car, the paper and our report.
- Check the odometer against the wear on the pedals and seat.
- Test drive
- Drive on a highway and in town. Listen for noises and watch the temperature gauge.
- Pay for an independent mechanic's inspection before you commit.
If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.
Common 2015 Indian Chief problems
Cheaper alternatives
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FAQ
- Is the 2015 Indian Chief a good motorcycle to buy?
- The 2015 Indian Chief earns a strong Throttlebook Ownership Score of 75/100. Expect about $16,622 to own it for five years, or $277 a month. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 1 complaints.
- Does the 2015 Indian Chief have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2015 Indian Chief, including Electrical System. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
- What are the most common 2015 Indian Chief problems?
- Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical system (1).
- How much does a 2015 Indian Chief cost to own for 5 years?
- About $16,622 over 5 years ($277/month) at an estimated $7,250 purchase price and 4,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.
Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.