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.
The worst 2024 Indian Challenger problems
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Recalls 1
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 24V550000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2024 Indian Challenger 17
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This Ask Polaris article provides information regarding troubleshooting steps for concerns related to...
- This Ask Polaris article provides information regarding the flywheel bolt on model year 2024 Indian...
- This Indian Motorcycle Help Center article provides details regarding removal and replacement of the...
- Indian Motorcycles is releasing a guide to aid in misfire diagnosis on heavyweight air and liquid cooled...
- This Ask Polaris article provides information for dealer technicians information regarding troubleshooting...
- Electrical system
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding belt inspection and tension...
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding engine oil and filter...
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding air filter inspection and...
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and maintenance of...
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Is the 2024 Indian Challenger reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2024 Indian Challenger, close to a typical Challenger model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2024 Indian Challenger?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2024 Indian Challenger have?
1 recall, covering suspension.
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