Indian Chieftain: Exterior lighting — tail lights

Affects Indian Chieftain · 2019 — about 4K vehicles.

The hazard

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.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational