AI Damage2024 Indian Challenger Dark Horse: common problems
The maker issued 10 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 10
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding clutch lever inspection and…
This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding clutch lever inspection and adjustment on model year 2020 Indian Challenger motorcycles.
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and maintenance of…
This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and maintenance of the brake system on model year 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding air filter inspection and…
This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding air filter inspection and replacement on model year 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding engine oil and filter…
This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding engine oil and filter replacement on 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding belt inspection and tension…
This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding belt inspection and tension adjustment on model year 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
- Indian Motorcycle has determined that model year 2020-2024 Challenger, 2022-2024 Pursuit and 2024 Chief…
Indian Motorcycle has determined that model year 2020-2024 Challenger, 2022-2024 Pursuit and 2024 Chief motorcycles may encounter a scenario in which the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM)…
- This is a communication to Indian Motorcycle Technicians and Set Up Technicians which provides details…
This is a communication to Indian Motorcycle Technicians and Set Up Technicians which provides details regarding RIDE COMMAND software updates.
- Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2020, 2022, 2024 Challenger and 2024 Pursuit modelsâ…
Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2020, 2022, 2024 Challenger and 2024 Pursuit modelsâ left-hand crankcase oil drain passage may be plugged. If plugged, an incomplete oil volume drain may occur during an oil…
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Indian Challenger Dark Horse?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 10 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2024 Indian Challenger Dark Horse?
NHTSA lists 10 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2024 Indian Challenger Dark Horse from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.