AI Damage2022 Indian Challenger Elite: common problems
The maker issued 15 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 15
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Equipment | 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)…
- Indian Motorcycle has developed an updated Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration for 2020 - 2022 OEM,…
Indian Motorcycle has developed an updated Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration for 2020 - 2022 OEM, Stage 1 and Stage 2 North American Challenger / Pursuit motorcycles. The updated ECM calibration improves low…
- 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…
- Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2022 Challenger and Pursuit motorcycles may have been built…
Indian Motorcycle has determined that some 2022 Challenger and Pursuit motorcycles may have been built without a silicone plug in the chassis-to-fairing electrical harness connector (components) which may result in…
- Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't…
Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't turn on, leading to display replacement.
- This Indian Motorcycle Help Center article provides detail on the proper procedure regarding inspection…
This Indian Motorcycle Help Center article provides detail on the proper procedure regarding inspection and adjustment of clutch levers on MY2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
- Indian Motorcycle has developed a new power windshield motor which is now used on some MY23 Indian Motorcycles
In an effort to deliver consistent quality, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Advisory to address worn power windshield motor bushings on some MY20-MY23 Indian Motorcycles.
NHTSA lists 15 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Indian Challenger Elite?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 15 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Indian Challenger Elite?
NHTSA lists 15 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 2022 Indian Challenger Elite 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.