The 2017 Indian Chief Vintage has 2 recalls, both involving lighting failures that reduce how well the rider can see and be seen at night or in low-visibility conditions.
The more serious issue involves the electrical connection for the vehicle control module, which can fail and cut power to the front lights entirely, including the headlight. The second recall concerns the headlight assembly itself: certain motorcycles may have been fitted with a European-market halogen headlight rather than the correct US-market unit, which means the beam pattern and light output may not meet US standards and can leave the road ahead poorly lit.
At a glance
What can fail
The electrical connection to the Vehicle Control Module may fail, causing the front lights and headlight to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the electrical connection and Vehicle Control Module as needed, and update the software.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Some 2017-2018 Chief and Chieftain models may have a European-market halogen headlight assembly instead of a US-market one, which does not meet U.S. lighting safety standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your motorcycle and replace any incorrect headlight assembly at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
