CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).
2018 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse recalls
Front Lights Can Fail, Reducing Visibility
The electrical connection for the Vehicle Control Module may fail, which can cause a loss of the front lights, including the headlight.
Motorcycle May Start Unintentionally, Risking Carbon Monoxide
Corrosion can develop inside the right-hand combination switch on certain 2018 Indian motorcycles.
Headlight May Not Meet US Standards, Reducing Visibility
Some 2017 and 2018 Indian motorcycles may have a European-market halogen headlight installed instead of the US-market version.
Most common 2018 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
What owners report
While riding the motorcycle the windshield adjustment motor failed to raise the windshield from a lowered position to a raised position resulting in exposing my head to road hazards. The worm gear carrier that articulates the windshield is made of weak plastic.
I am in cruise control 6th gear and it turns off and the bike is in neutral. I have to shift to 5th. The gear indicator is also slow to change to what gear I am in. I had the gear sensor replaced under a recall but it seems to be the cause of this.
I HAVE HAD THIS MOTORCYCLE FOR LESS THAN 1 YEAR AND THE KICKSTAND SPRING BROKE INTO TWO PIECES. LUCKILY I WAS NOT RIDING WHEN IT HAPPENED BECAUSE THE KICKSTAND WILL NOT STAY UP AND IF I WAS RIDING AND MADE A LEFT TURN WITHOUT KNOWING IT WAS DOWN I COULD HAVE BEEN THROWN FROM THE BIKE AND KILLED
2018 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse questions
Does the 2018 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse: Front Lights Can Fail, Reducing Visibility; Motorcycle May Start Unintentionally, Risking Carbon Monoxide; Headlight May Not Meet US Standards, Reducing Visibility. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1), Power Train (1), Visibility/Wiper (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.