2016 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse Problems: 0 Complaints, 1 Recall

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Exterior lighting: lighting control module: softwareReported August 19, 2022 · 28,689 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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 the federal safety agency recall number 19V‑339.

Recall number 22V635000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Is the 2016 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2016 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse.

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How many recalls does the 2016 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse have?

1 recall, covering exterior lighting.

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