Indian Challenger Dark Horse recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 23, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Indian Motorcycle Company recalls 2024 Indian — 14 models

Recall number

24V550000

Brand / firm

Indian

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,773 units

Why it was recalled

A rear suspension pushrod that buckles may pinch the main chassis harness, damage the coolant reservoir, damage the rear tire, or cause the motorcycle to bottom out under load. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

What was recalled

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2024 Chieftain, Challenger, Pursuit, Roadmaster, and Springfield motorcycles. Please refer to the recall report for a complete list of model names. The rear suspension pushrod may buckle under load.

What to do

Dealers will replace the rear suspension pushrod, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2024. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-24-07.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.