CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Indian Chieftain Limited has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
2018 Indian Chieftain Limited 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 Limited problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
Loss of front lighting (headlight,Auxiliary lights). High Beam Indicator in dash blinking. Happened numerous times on trip. Would have been extremely dangerous in the dark. Being a motorcycle it makes it hard for other drivers to see me. The motorcycle is available for inspection and I will contact dealer on next day of business . Error codes open circuit high beam and open circuit low beam.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INDIAN CHIEFTAIN LIMITED MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE RIDING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE MOTORCYCLE SUDDENLY SHUT-OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON TWO OCCASIONS HE COASTED TO THE SHOULDER AND RESTARTED THE MOTORCYCLE. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND CONFIRMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V882000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000. ## VIN PASSED ## INDIAN MOTORCYCLE 2018 CHIEFTAN LIMITED ##
2018 Indian Chieftain Limited questions
Does the 2018 Indian Chieftain Limited have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 Indian Chieftain Limited: 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 Limited?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1), Exterior Lighting (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Indian Chieftain Limited 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.