2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 recalls and problems

The 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Royal Enfield dealer.

Recalls
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Complaints
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Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 recalls

Recall 21V-045: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Feb 3, 2021 · 4,403 vehicles affected · Royal Enfield North America Limited

Problem: Royal Enfield North America Limited (Royal Enfield) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650 motorcycles. Road salt may cause corrosion on the brake calipers.

Risk: Corroded brake calipers may cause the brakes to drag or decrease braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Royal Enfield will notify owners, and dealers will replace front and rear calipers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2021. Owners may contact Royal Enfield customer service at 1-866-600-1122.

2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine1
Electrical System1
Fuel/Propulsion System1

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 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Mar 23, 2022
This motorcycle seems to have a fairly common problem of the engine cutting off at random times. Many people are experiencing it, its been happening for 4 years, and nobody on the tech forums has been able to figure it out. (This Continental GT 650 is the exact same motorcycle as the Interceptor 650, only differences are the handle bars, foot pegs and fuel tank shape). Some people experience a complete loss of power, while some people experience just the engine shutting down. The shut down happens either at standstill or while moving, usually when given throttle. This problem has been…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650: 21V-045 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?

Owners report engine problems most often (1 reports), followed by electrical system (1).

Are Royal Enfield recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Royal Enfield dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.