2022 Indian Challenger Elite
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2022 Indian Challenger Elite. Newest first.
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.
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.
- 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.
Every Indian Challenger Elite model year
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