CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Problem
- Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014 Chief, 2015 Chief Classic, 2014-2018 Chieftain, 2015-2020 Chief Vintage, 2016-2018 Chieftain Darkhorse, 2016-2020 Springfield, 2017-2018 Chieftain Limited, and 2018-2019 Chieftain Classic motorcycles. The electrical connection for the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) may fail, causing a loss of the front lights, including the headlight.
- Risk
- The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the electrical connection and VCM, as necessary. Dealers will update the VCM software, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2022. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-02. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 19V-339.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The electrical connection for the Vehicle Control Module may fail, which can cause a loss of the front lights, including the headlight. When the headlight goes out, other drivers may not see the motorcycle as easily, which raises the risk of a crash.
Authorized dealers will inspect the electrical connection and replace the connection and the Vehicle Control Module as needed. They will also update the module's software where necessary. All repairs are free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2022.
If you own an affected motorcycle, contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697 and reference recall number I-19-02, which replaces NHTSA recall 19V-339. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
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