repaired · 2024 Q2
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
2017 Indian SpringfieldProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2017 Indian Springfield, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-635 the manufacturer reports only 38% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 15, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Indian Springfield has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Engine
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2017 Indian Springfield 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 · 2022 Q1
Electrical system
Risk. If the transmission is not in neutral when the motorcycle is started, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. The light output from the incorrect headlight can affect the motorcycle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Fuel system, gasoline
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
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
2017 vs. every other Springfield 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 Springfield median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
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- Not rated
In owners' words
What Springfield owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Traveling on Interstate at freeway speeds (65 mph) when instrument cluster lights all lit up, started flashing, motorcycle lost power and all electronics shut off. Fortunately was able to get to side of the interstate. Started bike back up but it kept failing in the same manner. Towed to dealer and…
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