INDIAN 2020 INDIAN CHALLENGER Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2020 INDIAN CHALLENGER
Brand
INDIAN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2020
Indian Motorcycle Company is recalling certain 2020 INDIAN CHALLENGER vehicles due to engine issues. Engine output shaft bearing failure could cause a sudden loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.. CRITICAL: Do not drive until repaired.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2020 Challenger motorcycles. The engine output shaft bearing may not have been sufficiently lubricated during assembly, possibly resulting in bearing failure at very low mileage.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Engine output shaft bearing failure could cause a sudden loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will lubricate the output shaft bearings on motorcycles with less than 50 miles on the odometer, free of charge. Motorcycles with greater than 50 miles will not require a repair, and can either be inspected by a dealer, or the owner can self-report the odometer reading directly to Indian. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-20-02. Note: Owners with an odometer reading of less than 50 miles are advised to not operate their motorcycle until it is repaired.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026