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2024 Indian Challenger

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  • Engine. Review the 1 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

0 crash reports0 fire reports0 injury reports

What owners actually said

1 reports
Mileage unknown · Sep 13, 2026
Engine

Crank bolt comes loose and breaks through the cover leaking oil on exhaust and rear tire while going down the road. No warning indicators when it happens leaving you stranded on the side of the road risking being hit by another vehicle. Oil on rear tire poses crash risk and riding in a group poses oil slick hazard to other rider…

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Crank bolt comes loose and breaks through the cover leaking oil on exhaust and rear tire while going down the road. No warning indicators when it happens leaving you stranded on the side of the road risking being hit by another vehicle. Oil on rear tire poses crash risk and riding in a group poses oil slick hazard to other riders.

NHTSA ODI #11763956

Official recalls

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24V550000 · Suspension:rear

Jul 23, 2024

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.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: 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.

Remedy: 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.

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NHTSA investigations

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