Loss of rear brakes
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
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FAQ: Recall 15V721000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V721000?
NHTSA recall 15V721000 was issued by Indian Motorcycle Company on November 2, 2015. It addresses: Loss of rear brakes. The recall affects approximately 7,614 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Indian Motorcycle Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V721000 or the manufacturer campaign number I-15-04. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.