Indian 2018 Roadmaster: Unintentional Starting Risk from CO Exposure
Indian is recalling 2018 Roadmaster motorcycles with a faulty right-hand switch that may start unintentionally, risking carbon monoxide poisoning in enclosed spaces. Owners must contact customer service for free replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the motorcycle starts unintentionally and is parked in an enclosed space, exposure to carbon monoxide may increase the risk of injury.
What happened, in plain English
Indian is recalling certain 2018 Roadmaster motorcycles because a corrosion issue in the right combination switch can cause the bike to start without the rider's intent. This poses a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning if the bike is parked in an enclosed space. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225021-indian-2018-roadmaster-unintentional-starting-risk-from-co-exposure.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225021-indian-2018-roadmaster-unintentional-starting-risk-from-co-exposure · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V228000
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“Indian 2018 Roadmaster: Unintentional Starting Risk from CO Exposure.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225021-indian-2018-roadmaster-unintentional-starting-risk-from-co-exposure. Based on NHTSA recall #18V228000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V228000).
Why it’s dangerous
Corrosion in the right combination switch can cause the motorcycle to start unintentionally when the key fob is near the bike and safety interlock conditions are met. If the bike starts in an enclosed space, carbon monoxide buildup could lead to injury.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018 Indian Roadmaster motorcycles are affected. Riders who park their bikes in enclosed spaces are at higher risk due to potential carbon monoxide exposure.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2018 Indian Roadmaster models. The recall covers motorcycles with the right-hand combination switch that may corrode over time.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Customer Service
Call Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697 to schedule a free replacement of the right-hand combination switch.
What NHTSA says to do
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right hand combination switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-18-04.
Questions people ask
What should I do if my bike starts unintentionally?
If your bike starts unintentionally, move to an open area immediately and contact Indian customer service for assistance.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V228000 (October 4, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.