- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR
- Problem
- Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2024 Chieftain, Challenger, Pursuit, Roadmaster, and Springfield motorcycles. Please refer to the recall report for a complete list of model names. The rear suspension pushrod may buckle under load.
- Risk
- A rear suspension pushrod that buckles may pinch the main chassis harness, damage the coolant reservoir, damage the rear tire, or cause the motorcycle to bottom out under load. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear suspension pushrod, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2024. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-24-07.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The rear suspension pushrod on these motorcycles may buckle under load. A buckled pushrod can pinch the main chassis harness, damage the coolant reservoir, damage the rear tire, or cause the motorcycle to bottom out under load. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized Indian dealers will replace the rear suspension pushrod free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2024. If you have questions, you can contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697, referencing recall number I-24-07.
If you own one of the affected 2024 models, check your VIN for open recalls and contact an authorized dealer to schedule the repair.