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Model year

2021 Indian Challenger

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (1)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (40)
Recall campaigns covering this model year112k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2021 Indian Challenger by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

One recall campaign covers the 2021 Indian Challenger

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2021 Indian Challenger
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
24V-069Feb 2, 2024Brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly and without brake application from the riderLighting11,648Software update
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2021 Indian Challenger

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    40 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

    • IND-10.2.2025 Oct 2, 2025 · Other
      This Ask Polaris article provides information regarding troubleshooting steps for concerns related to front wheel shake or wobble during deceleration on model year 2020-2025 Indian Challenger / Pursuit motorcycles.
    • IND-07.28.2025 Jul 29, 2025 · Other
      This Indian Motorcycle Help Center article provides details regarding removal and replacement of the battery on Model Year 2020 + Indian Challenger motorcycles.
    • I-22-09-01 (R02) May 31, 2025 · Service Campaign
      Indian Motorcycles is releasing a guide to aid in misfire diagnosis on heavyweight air and liquid cooled motorcycles. This Team Tip provides additional details on the systems and components that may contribute to misfire or runabillity concern, along with h…
    • IND-03.27.2025 Mar 27, 2025 · Other
      This Ask Polaris article provides information for dealer technicians information regarding troubleshooting and resolving concerns related to 2020-2025 Indian Challenger and Pursuit motorcycles experiencing a front wheel shake or wobble during deceleration.
    • I-24-08_R04 Mar 26, 2025 · Service Campaign
      Indian Motorcycle has determined that model year 2020-2024 Challenger, 2022-2024 Pursuit and 2024 Chief motorcycles may encounter a scenario in which the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM) may not fully power off, resulting in unn…
    • IND-02.14.2025-08 Feb 15, 2025 · Other
      This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding clutch lever inspection and adjustment on model year 2020 Indian Challenger motorcycles.
    • IND-02.14.2025-07 Feb 15, 2025 · Other
      This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and maintenance of the brake system on model year 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
    • IND-02.14.2025-06 Feb 15, 2025 · Other
      This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding air filter inspection and replacement on model year 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
    • IND-02.14.2025-01 Feb 15, 2025 · Other
      This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding engine oil and filter replacement on 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
    • IND-2.28.2025-4 Mar 1, 2025 · Other
      This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding belt inspection and tension adjustment on model year 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
    • I-24-08 (R03) Dec 20, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Indian Motorcycle has determined that model year 2020-2024 Challenger, 2022-2024 Pursuit and 2024 Chief motorcycles may encounter a scenario in which the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM) may not fully power off, resulting in unn…
    • I-24-08_R02 Sep 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Indian Motorcycle has determined that model year 2020-2024 Challenger, 2022-2024 Pursuit and 2024 Chief motorcycles may encounter a scenario in which the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM) may not fully power off, resulting in unn…
    • I-24-08_R01 Sep 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Indian Motorcycle has determined that model year 2020-2024 Challenger, 2022-2024 Pursuit and 2024 Chief motorcycles may encounter a scenario in which the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM) may not fully power off, resulting in unn…
    • ISA-24-02 May 3, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Indian Motorcycle has developed an updated Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration for 2020 - 2022 OEM, Stage 1 and Stage 2 North American Challenger / Pursuit motorcycles. The updated ECM calibration improves low speed operation, misfire detection, and idl…
    • 2023-01-10.26.23 Oct 26, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't turn on, leading to display replacement.
    • IND-08.30.2023 Aug 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Indian Motorcycle Help Center article provides detail on the proper procedure regarding inspection and adjustment of clutch levers on MY2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
    • ISA-23-01 Jul 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Indian Motorcycle has developed a new power windshield motor which is now used on some MY23 Indian Motorcycles. In an effort to deliver consistent quality, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Advisory to address worn power windshield motor bushings …
    • IND-05.15.23 May 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Indian Motorcycles has released a guide to aid in misfire diagnosis on heavyweight air and liquid-cooled motorcycles. View Team Tip I-22-09-01 (https://www.polarisdealers.com/VirtualMaster/StopSiteFiles/TeamTips/IND/I-22-09-01.pdf) for additional details an…
    • IND-2-03.07.2023 Mar 7, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RIDE COMMAND 1.3.1 SOFTWARE OVERVIEW (7â DISPLAYS) The new Ride Command 1.3.1 software includes a new feature and many great usability improvements. The software comes standard on all model year 2023 Challenger, Indian Pursuit, Chieftain a…
    • I-22-09-01 Sep 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Indian Motorcycles is releasing a guide to aid in misfire diagnosis on heavyweight air and liquid cooled motorcycles. This Team Tip provides additional details on the systems and components that may contribute to misfire or runabillity concern, along with h…
    • G-08.02.2022 Aug 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Polaris and Indian Motorcycle has determined that certain Ride Command displays (produced between 2019 and 2021) installed in vehicles do not fully conform to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements. As part of our program to address this mat…
    • IND-08-02-2022 Aug 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Polaris and Indian Motorcycle has determined that certain Ride Command displays (produced between 2019 and 2021) installed in vehicles do not fully conform to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements. As part of our program to address this matte…
    • 01IND2022-06-20 Jun 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The purpose of this communication is to explain that Type 1 oil (P/N 2208093) has been tested on the Challenger model line of Indian Motorcycles. Type 1 oil can be used on Challenger models in the even that type 2 oil (PN 2884244) is not available.
    • I-22-03-02 Mar 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Indian Motorcycle identified that on Indian Scout Models there is a potential for damage to occur to electrical hardware or the vehicle harness if the battery ground cable and ground joint is not connected properly. Damage can occur during procedures that r…
    • ISA-22-01 Feb 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Indian Motorcycle has developed an updated ECM calibration for 2020 - 2022 OEM, Stage 1 and Stage 2 North American Challenger motorcycles. The updated ECM calibration improves low speed operation, misfire detection, and idle performance. The updated ECM ca…
    • IND-02-14-2022 Feb 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
    • 01IND2021-12-07 Dec 7, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Indian General Ride Command Diagnosis
    • DEX.11.24.21 Nov 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Polaris has identified an issue with a population of the 2881779-156 and 2881779-521 Air Intake Kits.
    • 01IND2021-11-04 Nov 4, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Miscellaneous issues with Indian Challengers have been resolved by replacing the key fob battery.
    • 01IND2021-10-04 Oct 4, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      We have had a few cases for the light setting not changing on Ride Commands when they were in the auto settings. In some of those cases it was determined the operator did not realize there was an auto setting for brightness and a second auto setting for Day…
    • 03IND2021-08-12 Aug 12, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DW communication problem when using MultiLink Module
    • 02IND2021-08-03 Aug 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Challenger Driving Lights, DW Update
    • 01IND2021-06-23 Jun 23, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Excessive Parasitic Draw
    • 02IND2021-05-18 May 18, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      We have identified on model year (MY) 2020 and 2021 Challengers an Anti-Theft fault populates as the bike powers up and the fault goes historic prior to the Ride Command unit booting up.
    • 01IND2021-05-18 May 18, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      We have identified conditions on model year (MY) 2020 and 2021 Challengers that could cause multiple indicator lights to illuminate due to low tire pressure.
    • I-21-04-01Email Apr 30, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Notifying dealers of the release of Team Tip I-21-04-01
    • I-21-04-01 FAQ Apr 30, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Additional details associated with the I-21-04-01 bulletin.
    • I-21-04-01 Apr 30, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      For international models, Indian Motorcycle has introduced new software for the Ride Command 7 inch display. This update includes the improved keyboards and keyboard support.
    • IDH-21-01 Mar 30, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected Challenger motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
    • IDH-HOLD Mar 15, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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