Indian Motorcycle Company: Incorrect Wheel Rim Width On Vin Label
Indian Motorcycle Company is recalling certain 2026 Chief Vintage motorcycles because the VIN label lists an incorrect rear rim width, which could result in tires being installed improperly. Improperly mounted tires may cause a loss of control and increase crash risk. The company will mail owners corrective information labels at no cost, with notification letters expected to arrive July 7, 2026.
- Recalling firm
- Indian Motorcycle Company
- Product
- Component: EQUIPMENT. 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."
- Reason
- 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. Remedy: IMC will mail owners information labels with instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact IMC customer service at 877-204-3697. IMC's number for this recall is I-26-01. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 26, 2026.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-06-19
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/dc8980b2-fe9b-4899-b138-99ef899597e4