2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
3
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE
The 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Indian Motorcycle Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Power Train (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE, potentially affecting up to 62,815 vehicles.
Recall 22V635000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
| 28,689 vehicles affected
Defect: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014 Chief, 2015 Chief Classic, 2014-2018 Chieftain, 2015-2020 Chief Vintage, 2016-2018 Chieftain Darkhorse, 2016-2020 Springfield, 2017-2018 Chieftain Limited, and 2018-2019 Chieftain Classic motorcycles. The electrical connection for the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) may fail, causing a loss of the front lights, including the headlight.
Consequence: The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the electrical connection and VCM, as necessary. Dealers will update the VCM software, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2022. Owners may contact Indian...
View full details →Recall 22V635000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
| 28,689 vehicles affected
Defect: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2014 Chief, 2015 Chief Classic, 2014-2018 Chieftain, 2015-2020 Chief Vintage, 2016-2018 Chieftain Darkhorse, 2016-2020 Springfield, 2017-2018 Chieftain Limited, and 2018-2019 Chieftain Classic motorcycles. The electrical connection for the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) may fail, causing a loss of the front lights, including the headlight.
Consequence: The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the electrical connection and VCM, as necessary. Dealers will update the VCM software, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2022. Owners may contact Indian...
View full details →Recall 18V228000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 3,341 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: If the motorcycle starts unintentionally and is parked in an enclosed space, exposure to carbon monoxide may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 17V682000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
| 2,096 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: The light output from the incorrect headlight can affect the motorcycle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
REPONDING TO URGENT SAFETY RECALL FROM INDIAN MOTORCYCLES. I'VE RECEIVED THE NOTICE THIS ISSUE BEING THE CLOSEST DEALERSHIP IS OVER 40 MILES DISTANCE AND I HAVE NO METHOD TO GET IT THERE OTHER THAN RIDING IT. POLARIS WILL PROVIDE NO ASSISTANCE, NOW I"M STUCK WITH A MOTORCYCLE I SHOULDN'T RIDE AND NO WAY TO GET IT FIXED WITHOUT INCURRING ADDITIONAL COST MYSELF. MEANING I WILL HAVE TO TAKE TWO DAYS OFF, RENT A TRAILER AND DRIVE APPROX 160 MILES TO DROP OFF AND PICK IT UP.
Safety Rating for the 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE
Indian Motorcycle Company has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
ISA-19-01 — EQUIPMENT
Indian Motorcycle has identified a quality concern affecting some 2017â2019 full size motorcycles with chrome trim built from 7/18/2016 through 11/27/2018. The chrome trim strips applied to the front and rear fenders may exhibit a wrinkling finish shortly after installation.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE
- 2014 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — 9 complaints
- 2015 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — 6 complaints
- 2016 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — 1 complaint
- 2017 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — 1 complaint
- 2018 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE (current)
- 2019 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — 0 complaints
- 2020 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — 0 complaints
Other INDIAN Models
- INDIAN CHIEF — 98 total complaints
- INDIAN SCOUT — 65 total complaints
- INDIAN ROADMASTER — 33 total complaints
- INDIAN CHIEFTAIN — 19 total complaints
- INDIAN SPIRIT — 15 total complaints
- INDIAN CHIEF DARK HORSE — 13 total complaints
- INDIAN SCOUT BOBBER — 12 total complaints
- INDIAN CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE — 10 total complaints