NHTSAEQUIPMENT
Indian Motorcycle Company - Incorrect Wheel Rim Width on VIN Label/FMVSS 120
Published: June 19, 2026Recall ID: 26V397000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
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.
Product Description & Identification
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."
Affected Products
Incorrect Wheel Rim Width on VIN Label/FMVSS 120
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Incorrect Wheel Rim Width on VIN Label/FMVSS 120 |
| Nhtsa id | 26V397000 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V397000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Indian Motorcycle Company |
| Defect summary | 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." |
| Corrective action | 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. |
| Consequence summary | 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. |
| Mfr campaign number | I-26-01 |
| Potentially affected | 392 |
| Report received date | 2026-06-19T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |