Recall 24V-069: 2020–2022 Indian Challenger, 2020–2022 Indian Challenger Dark Horse and 10 more
Indian Motorcycle Company recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Feb 2, 2024, covering about 11,648 vehicles.
The problem
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 Limited Premium, 2019-2020 FTR 1200 S, FTR 1200, and 2020 FTR 1200 Rally motorcycles. The brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly and without brake application from the rider. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Unintended illumination of the brake lights may create confusion for the drivers following the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Indian Motorcycle Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V069000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Challenger | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Indian Challenger Dark Horse | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Indian Challenger Elite | 2022 | All years |
| Indian Challenger Limited | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Indian FTR 1200 R Carbon | 2022 | All years |
| Indian FTR 1200 Rally | 2020, 2022 | All years |
| Indian FTR 1200 S | 2019, 2020, 2022 | All years |
| Indian FTR1200 | 2019, 2020, 2022 | All years |
| Indian Pursuit Dark Horse | 2022 | All years |
| Indian Pursuit Dark Horse Premiu | 2022 | All years |
| Indian Pursuit Limited | 2022 | All years |
| Indian Pursuit Limited Premium | 2022 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V-069?
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 Limited Premium, 2019-2020 FTR 1200 S, FTR 1200, and 2020 FTR 1200 Rally motorcycles. The brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly and without brake application from the rider. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
How is recall 24V-069 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.