PANAMA CITY
Data · NHTSA & EPA
2005–2026 · 22 model years
Updated Jun 21, 2026
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Indian Motorcycle Panama City — Recalls, Reliability, Specs & VIN Decoder

Everything on the Indian Motorcycle Panama City — 0 recalls, common problems, the best & worst years, full specs, MPG and NHTSA safety, by model year.

Quick answer

The Indian Motorcycle Panama City spans 2005–2026 with 0 recorded NHTSA recalls. It delivers competitive fuel economy and NHTSA-rated safety.

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2005–2026
Years
0
Recalls
Top MPG
—★
NHTSA
0
Complaints
Not yet rated
ForCar Reliability Score
Too new — not enough data yet

We're still compiling NHTSA safety, recall and owner-complaint data for the Indian Motorcycle Panama City — its ForCar Reliability Score will appear once that data is in.

How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.

Overview

The Indian Motorcycle Panama City is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2005 to 2026 across multiple generations.

VIN

Decode or check a Indian Motorcycle Panama City by VIN

Enter a 17-digit VIN to decode this Indian Motorcycle Panama City — trim, engine, plant and full specs — and instantly pull its open recalls, safety ratings and original window sticker.

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How to read a Indian Motorcycle Panama City VIN — every digit explained

Every Indian Motorcycle Panama City carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.

1–3 · WMI4T1
4–8 · VDSBF1FK
9 · Check5
10 · YearH
11 · PlantU
12–17 · Serial123456
  • WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. 4T1 = Toyota, built in the USA.
  • VDS (4–8) — model line, body style, engine & restraint system.
  • Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
  • Model year (10) — the year it was built. H = 2017.
  • Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Panama City.
  • Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.

Model-year code (10th digit)

The 10th character is the model year. It cycles through letters and numbers, skipping I, O, Q, U, Z and 0 to avoid confusion:

H2017 J2018 K2019 L2020 M2021 N2022 P2023 R2024 S2025 T2026

Where to find your Panama City VIN

  • Dashboard — driver's side, visible through the windshield from outside.
  • Driver's door jamb — on the manufacturer sticker when you open the door.
  • Paperwork — vehicle registration, title and insurance card.
  • Engine bay & frame — stamped on the firewall or chassis on many models.

How many recalls does the Indian Motorcycle Panama City have?

The Indian Motorcycle Panama City has 0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2005–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.

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Best and worst years for the Indian Motorcycle Panama City

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Indian Motorcycle Panama City — best- and worst-year trends will appear here once that data is in.

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What are the most common Indian Motorcycle Panama City problems?

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint data for the Indian Motorcycle Panama City — the most-reported problems will appear here once that data is in.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.

Indian Motorcycle Panama City specifications & dimensions

The 2026 Indian Motorcycle Panama City. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN.

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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.

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Indian Motorcycle Panama City cargo space, seating & interior room

How much the Panama City holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.

Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim.

Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

Indian Motorcycle Panama City tire size, oil type & owner specs

The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.

Wheels & tires
Wheel sizeby VIN
Tire sizeby VIN
Bolt patternby trim
Tire pressure32–36 PSI
Engine oil
Oil typeFull synthetic
Gradeon oil cap
Capacityby engine
Battery
Main battery12V · group by trim
Key-fob cellCR2032
Wiper blades
Front bladesby generation
Rear bladeif equipped
Fuses
Fuse boxeshood + dash
Diagramon box lid
Light bulbs
Headlightby trim
Tail / brakeby trim
Fogif equipped

Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.

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What MPG does the Indian Motorcycle Panama City get?

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What engines does the Indian Motorcycle Panama City have? Power & range

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How much does a Indian Motorcycle Panama City cost to own?

A Indian Motorcycle Panama City depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.

80%
Value @ 1 yr
61%
Value @ 3 yrs
46%
Value @ 5 yrs
Est. 5-yr fuel
$
AgeValue retainedEst. resale valueLost to depreciation
Year 180%
Year 270%
Year 361%
Year 453%
Year 546%

What goes into the five-year cost to own:

  • Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Panama City loses about 54% of its value over five years.
  • Fuel — based on EPA economy at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
  • Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Panama City ages.
  • Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.

Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.

Is the Indian Motorcycle Panama City safe?

NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Panama City yet.

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How many miles does a Indian Motorcycle Panama City last?

A well-maintained Indian Motorcycle Panama City typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain.

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All Indian Motorcycle Panama City model years

A year-by-year snapshot of the Indian Motorcycle Panama City — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.

YearRecallsBest MPGSafety
2026 Panama City 0
2025 Panama City 0
2024 Panama City 0
2023 Panama City 0
2022 Panama City 0
2021 Panama City 0
2020 Panama City 0
2019 Panama City 0
2018 Panama City 0
2017 Panama City 0
2016 Panama City 0
2015 Panama City 0
2014 Panama City 0
2013 Panama City 0
2012 Panama City 0
2011 Panama City 0
2010 Panama City 0
2009 Panama City 0
2008 Panama City 0
2007 Panama City 0
2006 Panama City 0
2005 Panama City 0

Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).

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Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the Panama City?

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Indian Motorcycle Panama City.

How many recalls does the Panama City have?

0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2005–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.

How many miles does a Panama City last?

A well-maintained Panama City typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.

Is the Panama City reliable?

We're still compiling NHTSA data for the Indian Motorcycle Panama City — its ForCar Reliability Score will appear once that data is in.

What's the Indian Motorcycle Panama City warranty?

New Indian Motorcycle models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Indian Motorcycle dealer.

Where is the Indian Motorcycle Panama City made?

The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Panama City's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Indian Motorcycle may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.

How much ground clearance does the Panama City have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.

Data sourced from NHTSA (recalls, complaints, safety ratings) and EPA fueleconomy.gov (MPG). Best/worst-year analysis is ForCar's own aggregation of complaint volume. Last updated Jun 2026. — ForCar Editorial
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