Electrical failure may cause loss of headlight
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
The loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
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 customer service at 1-877-204-3697. indian's number for this recall is i-19-02. this recall replaces nhtsa recall number 19v-339.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Indian Motorcycle Company or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 22V635000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V635000?
NHTSA recall 22V635000 was issued by Indian Motorcycle Company on August 19, 2022. It addresses: Electrical failure may cause loss of headlight. The recall affects approximately 28,689 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Indian Motorcycle Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V635000 or the manufacturer campaign number 1-19-02. 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.