2020 Indian Challenger recalls and problems
The 2020 Indian Challenger has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Indian dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2020 Indian Challenger vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2020 Indian Challenger recalls
Recall 24V-069: Exterior Lighting
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."
Risk: Unintended illumination of the brake lights may create confusion for the drivers following the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Recall 20V-182: Engine
Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2020 Challenger motorcycles. The engine output shaft bearing may not have been sufficiently lubricated during assembly, possibly resulting in bearing failure at very low mileage.
Risk: Engine output shaft bearing failure could cause a sudden loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will lubricate the output shaft bearings on motorcycles with less than 50 miles on the odometer, free of charge. Motorcycles with greater than 50 miles will not require a repair, and can either be inspected by a dealer, or the owner can self-report the odometer reading directly to Indian. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-20-02. Note: Owners with an odometer reading of less than 50 miles are advised to not operate their motorcycle until it is repaired.
2020 Indian Challenger problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2020 Indian Challenger complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Indian Challenger years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Indian Challenger have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Indian Challenger: 24V-069 (exterior lighting), 20V-182 (engine). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Indian Challenger?
Owners report service brakes problems most often (1 reports), followed by steering (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50 miles.
Are Indian recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Indian dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.