The 2017 Indian Chieftain has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a gear position switch that can display neutral when the motorcycle is actually in gear, causing it to lurch forward unexpectedly when started.
Two separate recalls affect lighting. A software or electrical connection failure in the vehicle control module can cut power to the front lights entirely, leaving the rider with no headlight while moving. Separately, some motorcycles may have been fitted with a European-market halogen headlight assembly rather than the correct US-market unit, which produces a different light pattern and reduces how well other drivers can see the motorcycle at night or in low-visibility conditions.
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
The gear position switch contacts can oxidize, causing the display to incorrectly show neutral when the motorcycle is actually in gear.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the gear position switch at no cost.
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.
