The 2018 Indian Chieftain Limited has 3 recalls, the most serious being an electrical fault that can allow the engine to start on its own, raising the risk of carbon monoxide exposure if the motorcycle is parked in an enclosed space.
Two recalls involve lighting. The vehicle control module's electrical connection can fail and cut power to the front lights, including the headlight, leaving the rider without forward illumination at night or in low-visibility conditions. On a related note, some of these motorcycles may have been fitted with a European-market halogen headlight assembly rather than the correct US-market unit, which produces a different light output pattern and can reduce how well other road users see the motorcycle and how well the rider sees the road ahead.
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
Corrosion can develop inside the right combination switch, allowing the motorcycle to start unintentionally when the key fob is nearby and safety conditions are met.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the right hand combination switch at no cost to you.
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.
