2022 Indian Challenger

Recalls

1 recall names the 2022 Indian Challenger. Newest first.

• Exterior lighting › Brake lights

  Feb 2, 2024NHTSA 24V06900011,648 vehicles

  Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Challenger, Challenger Dark Horse, Challenger Limited, 2022 Challenger Dark Horse Icon, Challenger Elite, FTR 1200, FTR 1200 Rally, FTR 1200 S, FTR 1200 R Carbon, Pursuit Dark Horse, Challenger JD Limited Edition, Pursuit Limited Icon, Pursuit Dark Horse Premium, Pursuit Limited, Pursuit…

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  Unintended illumination of the brake lights may create confusion for the drivers following the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy

  Dealers will update the ABS module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2024. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-24-03.

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Owner complaints

Latest complaints

• May 19, 2022NC
  Electrical 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…

  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.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11008686Indian 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 unnecessary current draw from the battery. To address this concern, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Bulletin with instructions to update the VCM and/or WCM software.
• 11008659Indian 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 unnecessary current draw from the battery. To address this concern, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Bulletin with instructions to update the VCM and/or WCM software.
• 11001045Indian 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 idle performance. The updated ECM calibration will also increase the accuracy of the fuel level and expected range.
• 10251438Indian 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 when oil is drained from the engine and presents no risk to normal engine operation. To address this concern, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Bulletin with instructions to inspect the left-hand crank case oil drain passages, and repair if needed.
• 10251436Indian 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 components. To address this concern, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Bulletin with instructions to inspect the chassis-to-fairing electrical harness connector for damage and install cavity plugs. If corrosion is present, both the chassis and fairing electrical harness replacement may be required.
• 10244725Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't turn on, leading to display replacement.
• 10241967This Indian Motorcycle Help Center article provides detail on the proper procedure regarding inspection and adjustment of clutch levers on MY2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
• 10240519Indian 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 on some MY20-MY23 Indian Motorcycles.
• 10237493Indian 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 and diagnostics on the systems and components that may contribute to a runability or misfire concern.
• 10233642INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RIDE COMMAND 1.3.1 SOFTWARE OVERVIEW (7 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 and Roadmaster bikes. It will be sent out as an over-the-air update on connected bikes (on 3/6/23) and can also be downloaded from the Ride Command website on any model year 2020 or newer Challenger, Indian Pursuit, Chieftain or Roadmaster.
• 10222459Indian 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 how to repair them.
• 10217285The 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 capable of performing the install.
• 10215231Indian 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. This is only an accessory for MY22 Challenger and did not come installed from the factory. To address this, Indian Motorcycle has released an updated VCM calibration and a disable procedure. The new VCM calibration followed by a disable procedure will remove the "Shock Preload" settings from the Ride Command display.
• 10215230The 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.
• 10209965Indian 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 require the battery cable to be disconnected or during battery removal and installation.
• 10208644Indian 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 calibration will also increase the accuracy of the fuel level and expected range.
• 10208642Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
• 10207772There 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 emissions bikes. The cure is to charge the battery & attach a5 amp or larger charger to the vehicles battery and run ECU Reprogramming/Reconfiguration and the problem should be resolved. NOTE: as of 1/29/22 I would recommend only flashing using legacy Digital Wrench NOT Digital Wrench-2 unless advised to do so by tech service at this time (1/29/22). Digital Wrench 2 is currently still causing some concerns when performing certain updates. We are working hard to correct these issues ASAP. The reflash of the ECU appears to address the population of the .P0444 :code
• 10205934Indian General Ride Command Diagnosis
• 10203784Miscellaneous issues with Indian Challengers have been resolved by replacing the key fob battery.
• 10200990DW communication problem when using MultiLink Module
• 10200988Challenger Driving Lights, DW Update
• 10199016Excessive Parasitic Draw
• 10194702We have received some questions about the cast finish on current production engines.
• 10189626EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.

Every Indian Challenger model year

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