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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 17V682📅 Oct 30, 2017

2017–2018 Indian Chief & 2017–2018 Indian Chief Classic + 9 more recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
17V682000
Manufacturer recall #
I-17-03
Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Vehicles affected
2,096
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Owner phone
1-877-204-3697
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 6, 2017
Built
Apr 5, 2017 – Aug 16, 2017
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 17V682 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 17V682?

2017–2018 Indian Chief & 2017–2018 Indian Chief Classic + 9 more. 2,096 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Indian dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-877-204-3697.