Indian Motorcycle tail lights may be too bright, exceeding the maximum light output allowed.
The short version
Indian Motorcycle Company reported a problem with the exterior lighting tail lights. Here is what owners need to know.
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."
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.
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control module software to correct the rear tail light's intensity, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 19V-638.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2019 | Indian Motorcycle Chieftain |
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