Indian 2020 Challenger Motorcycles: Brake Light Glare Risk
Indian is recalling 2020-2022 Challenger and FTR 1200 models due to brake lights illuminating unexpectedly, potentially causing crashes. Owners must update ABS software for free.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Unintended illumination of the brake lights may create confusion for the drivers following the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company
What happened, in plain English
Indian is recalling certain 2020-2022 Challenger and FTR 1200 motorcycles because brake lights can turn on without the rider pressing the brake. This could confuse following drivers and increase crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79681-indian-2020-challenger-motorcycles-brake-light-glare-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/79681-indian-2020-challenger-motorcycles-brake-light-glare-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #24V069000
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“Indian 2020 Challenger Motorcycles: Brake Light Glare Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79681-indian-2020-challenger-motorcycles-brake-light-glare-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #24V069000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V069000).
Why it’s dangerous
The brake lights may activate unexpectedly without the rider applying the brakes. This creates a situation where following drivers might mistakenly think the motorcycle is braking, leading to potential crashes.
Who’s affected
Motorcycle owners with specific 2020-2022 Challenger and FTR 1200 models are affected. Riders and other drivers following these motorcycles face the highest risk due to potential brake light confusion.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2020-2022 Challenger, Challenger Dark Horse, Challenger Limited, and FTR 1200 models. The recall covers specific trims and years listed in the official notice.
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What to do — step by step
Update ABS Software
Dealers will update the ABS module software for free to prevent unintended brake light activation.
Contact Customer Service
Reach out to Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697 for assistance with the recall.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will update the ABS module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2024. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-24-03.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
Owners were mailed letters 28 days after NHTSA received the defect report.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Owner letters mailed
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
Do I need to stop using my motorcycle right now?
No, the recall requires a software update to fix the issue. Riders can continue using the motorcycle safely after the update.
Contact Indian
We’ve drafted a message you can send Indian to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 24V069000 — Indian 2020 Challenger Motorcycles: Brake Light Glare Risk Hello, I own a Indian 2020 Challenger Motorcycles: Brake Light Glare Risk that is covered by recall 24V069000 from Indian. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the ABS module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2024. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-24-03. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #24V069000 (February 2, 2024)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.