NHTSA Recall 23V293000: Equipment and visibility
Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Indian Chief Bobber.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V293000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | I-23-05 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY |
| Report received | April 25, 2023 |
| Owner notification | May 1, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2022 Indian Chief Bobber, Indian Chief Dark Horse, and Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse motorcycles. These motorcycles may be missing a belt guard reflector. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
A missing belt guard reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-23-05.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V293000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Indian Chief Bobber | 2022 |
| Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse | 2022 |
| Indian Chief Dark Horse | 2022 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.