2014 Indian Chief Classic and Indian Chieftain recall: exterior lighting

Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall on May 1, 2019. It covers about 6,487 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 6,487
reported: May 1, 2019
owners notified: Apr 1, 2020
related complaints: 2

Exterior lighting

What is wrong: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014 Chief and Chieftain motorcycles. Due to a problem within the Vehicle Control Module (VCM), all of the front lights, including the headlight, may go out while riding.
Risk: The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) connector and update the VCM software. If the VCM connector is damaged, a new connector and VCM will be installed, free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1‑877‑204‑3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-02. This recall is replaced by the federal safety agency recall number 22V‑635.

Recall number 19V339000

Affected vehicles

Indian Chief Classic 2014 2014
Indian Chieftain 2014 2014

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about lights problems.

2014 Indian Chief Classic 2014 Indian Chieftain

Questions about recall 19V339000

Is there a recall on the 2014 Indian Chief Classic and Indian Chieftain exterior lighting?

Yes. Recall 19V339000, reported on May 1, 2019, covers about 6,487 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V339000?

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) connector and update the VCM software. If the VCM connector is damaged, a new connector and VCM will be installed, free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1‑877‑204‑3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-02. This recall is replaced by the federal safety agency recall number 22V‑635.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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