Does the 2022 Indian Chief have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2022 Indian Chief, including Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/Center Stand; Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. 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 2022 Indian Chief problems?

Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are structure (1), electrical system (1), engine (1).

How much does a 2022 Indian Chief cost to own for 5 years?

About $17,974 over 5 years ($300/month) at an estimated $13,250 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.

2022 Indian Chief

The 2022 Indian Chief earns a strong Throttlebook Ownership Score of 70/100. Expect about $17,974 to own it for five years, or $300 a month. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 2 complaints.

Recalls: 2
Complaints: 2
5-yr cost: $18k
MPG (EPA): —

Strong

Ownership Score

2022 Indian Chief vs nearby years

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2 recalls may apply

For the 2022 Indian Chief. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2022 Chief, Chief Bobber, Chief Bobber Darkhorse, Chief Darkhorse, Super Chief, and Super Chief Limited motorcycles. The kickstand may not properly retract upon ground contact when left extended while riding. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
Risk: A kickstand that does not properly retract can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the kickstand, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-23-01.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $13,250 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 4,000 mi/yr.

$17,974

$300/month · $0.90/mile

Depreciation	$3,245
Insurance (national avg.)	$3,500
Fuel / charging	$1,490
Maintenance	$3,100
Repairs	$1,500
Loan interest	$3,644
Taxes & fees	$1,495

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Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

2 complaints

Structure1
Electrical System1
Engine1

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

NHTSA doesn't crash-test motorcycles. Gear up: ABS and a good helmet matter most.

What to check on a used 2022 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 2022 Indian Chief problems

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FAQ

Is the 2022 Indian Chief a good motorcycle to buy?: The 2022 Indian Chief earns a strong Throttlebook Ownership Score of 70/100. Expect about $17,974 to own it for five years, or $300 a month. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 2 complaints.
Does the 2022 Indian Chief have recalls?: NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2022 Indian Chief, including Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/Center Stand; Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. 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 2022 Indian Chief problems?: Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are structure (1), electrical system (1), engine (1).
How much does a 2022 Indian Chief cost to own for 5 years?: About $17,974 over 5 years ($300/month) at an estimated $13,250 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.