Water in wiring harness may keep brake light lit
Defect Summary
Indian motorcycle company (indian) is recalling certain 2015-2017 roadmaster motorcycles. water may enter the trunk wiring harness, potentially causing the brake light to remain illuminated even when the brakes are not applied.
Safety Consequence
If the brake light remains illuminated when the brakes are not applied, a vehicle behind the motorcycle may not know when the motorcycle is actually slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trunk wiring harness with an updated harness that contains sealing plugs in the connectors, free of charge. the recall began on january 30, 2018. owners may contact indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. indian's number for this recall is i-18-01.
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FAQ: Recall 18V055000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V055000?
NHTSA recall 18V055000 was issued by Indian Motorcycle Company on January 16, 2018. It addresses: Water in wiring harness may keep brake light lit. The recall affects approximately 7,392 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Indian Motorcycle Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V055000 or the manufacturer campaign number I-18-01. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.