Indian Motorcycle Company | NHTSA Recall #19V638000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V638000 by Indian Motorcycle Company. Affecting 2019 chieftain motorcycles Includes 3,594 affected units, Tail Lights may be too Bright/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2019 chieftain motorcycles

Defect Summary

Indian motorcycle company (indian) is recalling certain 2019 chieftain motorcycles. the tail lights may be too bright, exceeding the maximum light output allowed. 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."

Corrective Action

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control module software to correct the rear tail light's intensity, free of charge. the recall began september 18, 2019. owners may contact indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. indian's number for this recall is i-19-04.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V638000

Manufacturer: Indian Motorcycle Company

Report Received Date: 2019-08-29T00:00:00

Subject: Tail lights may be too bright/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 3,594

Details

MFR Campaign Number: I-19-04

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Indian motorcycle company (indian) is recalling certain 2019 chieftain motorcycles. the tail lights may be too bright, exceeding the maximum light output allowed. 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."

Consequence Summary: Due to increased brightness, other drivers may have difficulties discerning the brake light from the tail light, and thus may be unaware that the motorcycle is braking, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control module software to correct the rear tail light's intensity, free of charge. the recall began september 18, 2019. owners may contact indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. indian's number for this recall is i-19-04.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 87.67

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NHTSA ID: 19V638000

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