2026 Indian Chief Vintage
Recalled by Indian Motorcycle Company
Food recall
Indian Motorcycle Company
Vehicle safety recall
This is a vehicle safety recall issued through NHTSA. Safety recall repairs are made by dealers free of charge. You can check whether your specific vehicle is included by entering your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Indian Motorcycle Company has issued a safety recall covering 2026 Indian Chief Vintage, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall was reported on June 19, 2026 and affects approximately 392 vehicles. It involves elevated levels of a heavy metal. Vehicle safety recall repairs are made by dealers free of charge.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the NHTSA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers 2026 Indian Chief Vintage, with approximately 392 vehicles affected. The company behind the recall is Indian Motorcycle Company, based in Nationwide. The NHTSA describes the product as: “2026 Indian Chief Vintage”
Why was 2026 Indian Chief Vintage recalled?
According to the NHTSA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Indian Motorcycle Company LLC (IMC) is recalling certain 2026 Chief Vintage motorcycles. The VIN label states the incorrect rear rim width. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - other than passeng….” In plain terms, this recall relates to elevated levels of a heavy metal.
Some recalls are issued when testing finds elevated levels of a heavy metal such as lead. Long-term exposure to certain heavy metals is a recognized health concern, particularly for young children. Regulators set limits and recall products that exceed them.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought 2026 Indian Chief Vintage, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (IMC will mail owners information labels with instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contac…) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.
Check whether your specific vehicle is included by entering your VIN (the 17-character number on your dashboard or door jamb) at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If it is, contact your dealer — safety recall repairs are performed free of charge. You can also call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public NHTSA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the NHTSA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Full recall details
- Status
- Ongoing
- Date reported
- June 19, 2026
- Recall started
- June 19, 2026
- Distributed in
- Nationwide
Indian Motorcycle Company LLC (IMC) is recalling certain 2026 Chief Vintage motorcycles. The VIN label states the incorrect rear rim width. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - other than passenger cars." Incorrect wheel rim size information could lead to improperly mounted tires and result in a loss of motorcycle …Show full text ▾
Indian Motorcycle Company LLC (IMC) is recalling certain 2026 Chief Vintage motorcycles. The VIN label states the incorrect rear rim width. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - other than passenger cars." Incorrect wheel rim size information could lead to improperly mounted tires and result in a loss of motorcycle control, increasing the risk of a crash.What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was 2026 Indian Chief Vintage recalled?+
According to the NHTSA: Indian Motorcycle Company LLC (IMC) is recalling certain 2026 Chief Vintage motorcycles.
How serious is this recall?+
Vehicle safety recall. This is a vehicle safety recall issued through NHTSA. Safety recall repairs are made by dealers free of charge. You can check whether your specific vehicle is included by entering your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What should I do if I have 2026 Indian Chief Vintage?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data for this recall.
Recall number: NHTSA-26V397000. Information last synced from the FDA on July 14, 2026.