Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2024 Indian Challenger by year 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
2024 Indian Challenger
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Sep 13, 2026 to Sep 13, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year11,773 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2024 motorcycle
Severity index0.02024 motorcycles average 5.4
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2024 Indian Challenger name engine and cooling
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 2024 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-550 | Jul 23, 2024 | Rear suspension pushrod may buckle under load | Suspension | 1,773 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2024 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 Sep 13, 2026Failure Sep 12, 2026Oswego, KSEngine
Crank bolt comes loose and breaks through the cover leaking oil on exhaust and rear tire while going down the road. No warning indicators when it happens leaving you stranded on the side of the road risking being hit by another vehicle. Oil on rear tire poses crash risk and riding in a group poses oil slick hazard to other riders.
NHTSA complaint 11763956
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
17 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-8.26.2025 Aug 26, 2025 · Other
This Ask Polaris article provides information regarding the flywheel bolt on model year 2024 Indian Challenger and Pursuit motorcycles. The flywheel bolt may backout and contact the stator cover, potentially resulting in damage to the stator cover. - 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… - I-24-06 Jun 8, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle has identified a potential Vehicle Control Module (VCM2) calibration concern affecting some Model Year 2024 Challenger and Pursuit models. In some instances, the VCM2 may incorrectly measure cooling fan current draw and set a C2327 Primary… - IND-5.14.2024 May 14, 2024 · Other
This is a communication to Indian Motorcycle Technicians and Set Up Technicians which provides details regarding RIDE COMMAND software updates. - 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…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.