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Recall 17V-682: 2017–2018 Indian Chief, 2017–2018 Indian Chief Classic and 9 more

Indian Motorcycle Company recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Oct 27, 2017, covering about 2,096 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-682
Report date
Oct 27, 2017
Vehicles affected
2,096
Owners notified
Dec 6, 2017

The problem

Indian Motorcycles Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chief, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Chieftain Classic, Cheiftain Dark Horse, Chieftain Elite, Chieftain Limited, Springfield, and Springfield Dark Horse motorcycles. These motorcycles may be equipped with a European-market, not US-market, halogen headlight assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

The light output from the incorrect headlight can affect the motorcycle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorcycle and replace any incorrect headlight assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2017. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-17-03.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerIndian Motorcycle Company
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V682000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Indian Chief2017, 2018All years
Indian Chief Classic2017, 2018All years
Indian Chief Dark Horse2017, 2018All years
Indian Chief Vintage2017, 2018All years
Indian Chieftain2017, 2018All years
Indian Chieftain Classic2017, 2018All years
Indian Chieftain Dark Horse2017, 2018All years
Indian Chieftain Elite2017, 2018All years
Indian Chieftain Limited2017, 2018All years
Indian Springfield2017, 2018All years
Indian Springfield Dark Horse2017, 2018All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V-682?

Indian Motorcycles Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chief, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Chieftain Classic, Cheiftain Dark Horse, Chieftain Elite, Chieftain Limited, Springfield, and Springfield Dark Horse motorcycles. These motorcycles may be equipped with a European-market, not US-market, halogen headlight assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

How is recall 17V-682 fixed?

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorcycle and replace any incorrect headlight assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2017. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-17-03.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.