Indian Motorcycle Company: Safety Recalls in 2017

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Indian Motorcycle Company in 2017. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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October 27, 2017

(Campaign #: I-17-03)

Incorrect Headlight Installed/FMVSS 108

Indian Motorcycles Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chief, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Chieftain Classic, Cheiftain Dark Horse, Chieftain Elite, Chieftain Limited, Springfield, and Springfield Dark Horse motorcycles. These motorcycles may be equipped with a European-market, not US-market, halogen headlight assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

NHTSA ID: 17V682000

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

# of Units Affected: 2,096

Consequence Summary:

The light output from the incorrect headlight can affect the motorcycle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorcycle and replace any incorrect headlight assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2017. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-17-03.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 76.57

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