repaired · 2023 Q2
Equipment
Risk. A missing belt guard reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
2022 Indian Chief Dark HorseProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2022 Indian Chief Dark Horse, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-837 the manufacturer reports only 66% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 23, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Indian Chief Dark Horse has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Electrical system
1Engine
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2022 Indian Chief Dark Horse recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Motorcycle: kickstand/center stand
Risk. A kickstand that does not properly retract can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Indian.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other Chief Dark Horse year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Chief Dark Horse median. How we score
'14'15'16'17'18'19'22
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Chief Dark Horse owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The unit stalls upon startup, within minutes of takeoff from a start (both cold and warm), and even occasionally while riding and decelerating. Unsolicited stalling of unit creates unpredictable riding conditions and immediate loss of power and control while riding. Independent shop notated that…
The bike in question has given multiple issues and safety concerns. I would ride and the bike would die. I would be in the middle of an intersection and the engine would die leaving me in the middle with no power. It would happen in parking lots and on the highway as well. It's been in the shop and…
Own a 2022 Chief Dark Horse?
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