Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2022 Indian Challenger peaked in 2022, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2022 Indian Challenger
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from May 19, 2022 to May 19, 2022.
Recall campaigns covering this model year112k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2022 motorcycle
Severity index0.02022 motorcycles average 8.1
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2022 Indian Challenger name electrical system
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
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 2022 Indian Challenger
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V-069 | Feb 2, 2024 | Brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly and without brake application from the rider | Lighting | 11,648 | Software update |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2022 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.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed May 19, 2022Failure Jan 1, 2022Jonesville, NCElectrical system
The ride command display backlight has failed to function as designed. This prevents the motorcycle operator from accessing important safety related information such as the tire pressure and GPS navigation instruction. Additionally, the rider cannot activate ride command modes that enhance rider safety during adverse conditions such as rain mode. This failure occurred during the normal course of riding the motorcycle. The dealer has inspected the motorcycle and agrees that the display needs to be replaced under warranty. Indian Motorcycle has not been able to supply a replacement display in over 4 months, yet continues to produce new motorcycles for sale with this display. There were no warnings prior to the display failure. My dealer has indicated that he has several customers in a similar situation waiting on parts for an extensive period of time.
NHTSA complaint 11465300
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
36 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… - I-24-02 Feb 8, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2020, 2022, 2024 Challenger and 2024 Pursuit models’ left-hand crankcase oil drain passage may be plugged. If plugged, an incomplete oil volume drain may occur during an oil change. The oil passage is only used whe… - I-24-01 Feb 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2022 Challenger and Pursuit motorcycles may have been built without a silicone plug in the chassis-to-fairing electrical harness connector (components) which may result in water intrusion and corrosion of said comp… - 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… - 02IND2022-07-08 Jul 8, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The document is a notice to dealer technicians regarding the procedure for installing driving lights on MY22 Indian Challenger models. Digital Wrench 2 (DW2) currently does not work to perform the install. The notice explains that Digital Wrench 1 (DW1) Is … - ISA-22-02 Jun 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle has identified a VCM calibration issue affecting some MY22 Challenger motorcycles. In some instances, the Ride Command display shows the "Shock Preload" settings for the Electronically Adjustable FOX Rear Suspension Preload accessory. Th… - 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. - IND2022-01-29 Jan 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
There have been some dealers that reported having a 49 state bike delivered to them that displays a current P0444 :code for a emmissions canister error, when there is no canister on a 49 state bike. The canisters are used on 50 state or California legal em… - 01IND2021-12-07 Dec 7, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian General Ride Command Diagnosis - 01IND2021-11-04 Nov 4, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Miscellaneous issues with Indian Challengers have been resolved by replacing the key fob battery. - 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 - 03IND2021-05-26 May 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
We have received some questions about the cast finish on current production engines. - 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.