AI DamageIndian Challenger: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Indian Challenger across 6 model years: 0 owner complaints and 81 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 95 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 3 |
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.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- 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 information regarding the inspection, tension and…
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding clutch lever maintenance and…
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and maintenance of…
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to remove and replace the…
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding the removal and installation of…
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to perform the spark plug…
- This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding air filter inspection and…
- 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…
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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.