The contact owns a 2022 Indian FTR1200 Motorcycle. The contact stated that while riding at various speeds on several occasions, the motorcycle lost automotive power with battery failure and an inoperable ABS. The contact stated that the ECM was sending 16 amps to the battery instead of the standard 14 amps, causing the battery to fail prematurely. The motorcycle was taken to a local dealer and was diagnosed with electrical failures; however, the motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 1,300.
The worst 2022 Indian FTR1200 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical2
- Engine2
- Fuel system1
Problems by type
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- Electrical2
- Engine2
- Fuel system1
Recalls 3
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- What is wrong
- Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2022 FTR 1200 R Carbon, FTR 1200, FTR 1200 S and FTR 1200 Rally motorcycles. These motorcycles may have been assembled with an altered fuel tank containing holes that can leak fuel.
- Risk
- A fuel tank leak increases the risk of fire or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1‑877‑204‑3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-24-09.
Recall number 24V860000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: brake lights
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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 number 24V069000 · Recall details
Engine
- What is wrong
- Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2019-2020 and 2022 FTR 1200, 2019-2020 FTR 1200 S, and 2020 FTR 1200 Rally motorcycles. The coolant junction may leak.
- Risk
- Hot coolant leaking on a rider can increase the risk of injury. Coolant leaking on the rear tire can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the coolant junction, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2022. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1‑877‑204‑3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-22-04.
Recall number 22V636000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2022 Indian FTR1200 10
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This Indian motorcycle help center article provides information regarding the removal and installation on...
- This Indian motorcycle help center article provides information regarding adjustment of the suspension on...
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to inspect and adjust the...
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to remove and install the...
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and maintenance of...
- This Indian Motorcycle Help Center article provides details regarding the removal and installation of the...
- Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't...
- This communication provides information regarding software updates on the 4.3" touchscreen display powered...
- Engine and engine cooling
What 2022 Indian FTR1200 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2022 Indian Motorcycle FTR1200. The contact stated while driving at 25 MPH, the contact smelled an odor of burning coming from the motorcycle, followed by the check engine and another unknown warning light illuminated, and the motorcycle started overheating. The contact was able to pull over on the side of the road safely and had the motorcycle towed to a friend’s home. The motorcycle was not diagnosed. The dealer was contacted but no appointment was set. The manufacturer was contacted, and they stated that the dealer had to call and order the parts. The failure mileage was 500.
Motorcycle will shut down for no reason. Full loss of power. Purchased motorcycle on 6/28/22. The bike has been back to the dealership twice. Still same problem. Dangerous!!! You will be driving around in traffic and all of a sudden it will just die.
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Questions about the 2022 Indian FTR1200
Is the 2022 Indian FTR1200 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2022 Indian FTR1200, close to a typical FTR1200 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 Indian FTR1200?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (2).
How many recalls does the 2022 Indian FTR1200 have?
3 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline, exterior lighting and engine.
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