Indian Chieftain Elite (2018) – 18V228000

Defect Description For Recall

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) Is Recalling Certain 2018 Indian Chief, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Chieftain Classic, Chieftain Dark Horse, Chieftain Elite, Chieftain Limited, Springfield, Springfield Dark Horse, Roadmaster, Roadmaster Elite, Roadmaster Icon, And Roadmaster Classic Motorcycles. Corrosion May Develop Within The Right Combination Switch, Potentially Resulting In The Motorcycle Starting Without The User’S Intent If The Key Fob Is Near The Motorcycle And The Required Safety Interlock Conditions Are Met.

Make Of Vehicle

INDIAN

Model Of Vehicle

CHIEFTAIN ELITE

Year

2018

Recall Campaign Number

18V228000

Component Description

Electrical System

Effect Of Defect

If The Motorcycle Starts Unintentionally And Is Parked In An Enclosed Space, Exposure To Carbon Monoxide May Increase The Risk Of Injury.

Fix Defect

Indian Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Right Hand Combination Switch, Free Of Charge. Owners May Contact Indian Customer Service At 1-877-204-3697. Indian’S Number For This Recall Is I-18-04.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Indian Motorcycle Company

Start Of Manufacture

20161025

End Of Manufacture

20171117

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

3341

Date Owners Notified

20180420

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Indian Motorcycle Company

Date Report Received

20180410

Make Campaign Number

I-18-04

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard