INDIAN 2019 INDIAN CHIEFTAIN Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2019 INDIAN CHIEFTAIN
Brand
INDIAN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2019
Indian Motorcycle Company is recalling certain 2019 INDIAN CHIEFTAIN vehicles due to exterior lighting:tail lights issues. Due to increased brightness, other drivers may have difficulties discerning the brake light from the tail light, and thus may be unaware that the moto.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
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.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026