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Model year

2019 Indian Springfield Dark Horse

Motorcycle, gasoline, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from May 6, 2020 to May 6, 2020.

Recalls (1)Complaints (1)Investigations (0)Bulletins (27)
Recall campaigns covering this model year15,474 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2019 motorcycle
Severity index0.02019 motorcycles average 3.9
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2019 Indian Springfield Dark Horse peaked in 2020, with 1 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.250.50.75120201202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2019 Indian Springfield Dark Horse name engine and cooling

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Engine and cooling
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

One recall campaign covers the 2019 Indian Springfield Dark Horse

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2019 Indian Springfield Dark Horse
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
19V-882Dec 11, 201910A circuit breaker may be defective, tripping unexpectedly and causing a sudden loss of power and an engine stallElectrical system5,474Repair or modification
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2019 Indian Springfield Dark Horse

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed May 6, 2020Failure Jul 31, 2019500 milesWashington, DCEngine

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 INDIAN SPRINGFIELD DARK HORSE MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE STALLED AT VARIOUS SPEEDS INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT CONTACTED MOTORCYCLES OF DULLES LOCATED AT 22890 QUICKSILVER DR, SUITE. 189, DULLES, VA 20166, 703-330-1200, AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE NEEDED A STAGE THREE BIG BOARD KIT UPGRADE TO THE ENGINE. THE SOFTWARE UPDATE WAS PERFORMED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND OPENED A CASE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 500.

    NHTSA complaint 11323563
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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Service bulletins

27 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

  • IND-02.10.2025 Feb 11, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding the inspection and adjustment of the clutch lever on model year 2016+ Indian Springfield motorcycles.
  • IND-02.10.2025 Feb 11, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding the inspection and adjustment of the clutch lever on model year 2016+ Indian Springfield motorcycles.
  • IND-02.14.2025-05 Feb 15, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding the installation and removal of the battery on model year 2016+ Indian Springfield.
  • IND-02.28.2025-04 Feb 15, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and tension adjustment of the drive belt on model year 2016+ Indian Springfield motorcycles.
  • IND-02.14.2025-03 Feb 15, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and tension adjustment of the drive belt on model year 2016+ Indian Springfield motorcycles.
  • IND-02-14-2025-02 Feb 15, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and maintenance on the brake system for model year 2016 + Indian Springfield motorcycles.
  • I-22-03-02 Mar 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle identified that on Indian Scout Models there is a potential for damage to occur to electrical hardware or the vehicle harness if the battery ground cable and ground joint is not connected properly. Damage can occur during procedures that r…
  • IND-02-14-2022 Feb 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
  • IDH-HOLD Mar 15, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
  • I-20-06 R02 Mar 25, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2014-2020 Full–Size (111 c.i. / 116 c.i.) and 2020 Challenger models sold in Japan show compliance concerns due to operating range frequency of key fob, Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM)…
  • I-20-06 R01 Mar 9, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2014-2020 Full–Size (111 c.i. / 116 c.i.) and 2020 Challenger models sold in Japan show compliance concerns due to operating range frequency of key fob, Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM)…
  • ISA-20-03 Dec 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has identified a potential calibration issue affecting some 111/116 c.i. motorcycles. When active, the P1530 fault causes the motorcycle to operate in a reduced power (limp) mode.
  • I-20-12-01 Dec 18, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Team Tip has been released by Indian Motorcycle to provide information regarding odometer maintenance and address concerns about correct odometer value.
  • ISA-20-03 R02 Nov 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has identified a potential calibration issue affecting some 111/116 c.i. motorcycles. In some instances, the throttle twist grip and Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) position signals do not align with the predicted position within the ECM…
  • DW 4.0 Aug 10, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Digital Wrench version 4.0 is now available for download. Updating to version 4.0 is required to update the base Digital Wrench software version from 3.9 to 4.0 to allow for future MY19 vehicle support.
  • G-17-10-02 Oct 26, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    At Polaris, we are committed to the safety of our customers and riders. Through product design, dedicated safety engineering, and increased consumer awareness, Polaris continues to work toward a safe riding experience and proper operation of our products. T…
  • G-16-11-01 Nov 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Polaris has released Team Tip G-16-10-01 to inform dealers that Polaris Mobile Digital Wrench (PMDW) version 3.28 or later requires dealers to enter a valid 10-digit Digital Wrench serial number to operate the app. The serial number requirement has been add…
  • G-15-12-01 R03 Feb 26, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    There is no doubt that for a Polaris customer the process of picking up a brand new vehicle is one of the most exciting times in the ownership experience. To ensure that all Polaris dealers are equipped to deliver a world-class experience that matches the h…
  • G-15-12-01 R02 Jan 15, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    PCDX is an online and mobile interface for providing a consistent dealer setup and customer delivery experience. The interface walks the dealer and the customer through a standardized online form that includes the PDI (pre-delivery inspection), general warn…
  • G-15-12-01 Dec 10, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Team Tip is being released to dealers to provide information regarding the required transition to online PCDX and PCDX training.
  • ISA-19-03 R03 Dec 12, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has determined the gear position switch used on 2014-2019 (111 c.i.) motorcycles may provide an inaccurate signal, which can lead to an incorrect gear being displayed. Oxidation on the contacts of the gear position switch may cause a chang…
  • ISA-19-03 R02 Nov 6, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has determined the gear position switch used on 2014-2019 (111 c.i.) motorcycles may provide an inaccurate signal, which can lead to an incorrect gear being displayed. Oxidation on the contacts of the gear position switch may cause a chang…
  • ISA-19-03 R01 Nov 5, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has determined the gear position switch used on 2014-2019 (111 c.i.) motorcycles may provide an inaccurate signal, which can lead to an incorrect gear being displayed. Oxidation on the contacts of the gear position switch may cause a chang…
  • I-20-05 May 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has determined that some units were manufactured with a Manufacturing (MFG) decal and Certificate of Conformity (CoC) that has a typographical error. The affected decal must be removed and replaced with audit.
  • I-19-03-01 Mar 21, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Team Tip has been released to assist dealers when servicing vehicles that have, or are suspected to have, aftermarket (non-OEM) modifications. It is critical for expedient and accurate diagnosis of a motorcycle, to identify and disclose all existing mo…
  • I-18-11-03 Nov 30, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Team Tip is designed to inform dealers about updated information regarding gear position switches for all 2014- 2019 Indian Motorcycle (111 c. i.) models. Updated information has been added to the Service Manual to provide dealers with clear direction …
  • I-18-09-01 Sep 20, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has identified several accessory related considerations affecting 2019 Indian Motorcycle models.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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