The recall originates in the US, but as motorcycles are usually manufactured in one factory for worldwide sale, other markets could also be affected.
Affected models and scope of the recall
According to Indian, this problem affects around 11,648 motorcycles, which corresponds to the total number of potentially affected vehicles. The exact breakdown of affected models, including production dates and VIN ranges, will make it easier for owners to identify whether their vehicle is affected by the recall.
Cause of the recall
At the heart of the problem is a software error in the Bosch ABS 9.1M Plus module, which can cause the brake lights to illuminate seemingly at random. This happens when the difference in wheel speeds exceeds a programmed threshold, which can lead to confusion on the road and an increased risk of accidents. At the time the problem was reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were no known accidents or injuries associated with this defect.
Measures to correct the problem
An update to the ABS module software is required to correct this problem. Indian will instruct its dealer network accordingly and inform owners of the need for this free service. It is worth noting that all motorcycles that have left the factory since April 13, 2022 are already equipped with the correct software and are therefore not affected by this issue.
Further steps for owners
Notifications to dealers and owners are planned for February 14, 2024. Affected owners can contact Indian Motorcycle customer service at campaign number I-24-03 or contact the NHTSA at campaign number 24V-069 for more information and to take the necessary steps.
The following models are affected:
- Indian Challenger (2020-2022)
VIN: 56KLCBRR7L3376371 through 56KLCBRR0N3407124
Production dates: February 15, 2019 to February 3, 2022
- Indian Challenger Dark Horse (2020-2022)
VIN: 56KLCDRR9L3381521 to 56KLCCRR1N3405503
Production dates: July 15, 2019 to November 12, 2021
- Indian Challenger Dark Horse Icon (2022)
VIN: 56KLCCRRXN3403488
Production date: August 25, 2021
- Indian Challenger Elite (2022)
VIN: 56KLCERR0N3404791
Production date: October 14, 2021
- Indian Challenger Limited (2020-2022)
VIN: 56KLCARR9L3376396 to 56KLCARR5N3407761
Production dates: February 15, 2019 to March 4, 2022
- Indian FTR 1200 (2019-2020)
VIN: 56KRTA225K3138079 to 56KRTA223L3157988
Production dates: July 10, 2019 to October 1, 2019
- Indian FTR 1200 (2022)
VIN: 56KRZA223N3163632 to 56KRZA229N3004842
Production dates: July 16, 2020 to February 21, 2022
- Indian FTR 1200 R Carbon (2022)
VIN: 56KRZR253N3165664 to 56KRZR250N3004981
Production dates: October 5, 2020 to February 25, 2022
- Indian FTR 1200 Rally (2020)
VIN: 56KRTT223L3152365 to 56KRTT224L4005062
Production dates: June 4, 2019 to April 29, 2020
- Indian FTR 1200 Rally (2022)
VIN: 56KRTT228N3171819 to 56KRTT227N3004335
Production dates: March 15, 2021 to December 21, 2021
- Indian Pursuit Dark Horse (2022)
VIN: 56KLDDRR5N3404017 to 56KLDDRR3N3407062
Production dates: September 17, 2021 to January 31, 2022
- Indian Challenger JD Limited Edition (2022)
VIN: 56KLCERR3N3404896 to 56KLCERR5N3407153
Production dates: October 25, 2021 to February 7, 2022
- Indian Pursuit Limited Icon (2022)
VIN: 56KLDHRR6N3406561 to 56KLDHRR5N3407104
Production dates: January 7, 2022 to February 3, 2022
- Indian Pursuit Dark Horse Premium (2022)
VIN: 56KLDFRRXN3404025 to 56KLDFRR7N3407206
Production dates: September 17, 2021 to February 9, 2022
- Indian Pursuit Limited (2022)
VIN: 56KLDGRR2N3403490 to 56KLDGRR7N3408183
Production dates: August 25, 2021 to March 23, 2022
- Indian Pursuit Limited Premium (2022)
VIN: 56KLDHRR1N3403499 to 56KLDHRR8N3408067
Production dates: August 25, 2021 to March 17, 2022
- Indian FTR 1200 S (2019-2020)
VIN: 56KRTS220K3143227 to 56KRTS229K3157997
Production dates: November 14, 2018 to October 1, 2019
- Indian FTR 1200 S (2022)
VIN: 56KRZS256N3165794 to 56KRZS252N3004987
Production dates: October 8, 2020 to February 25, 2022
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