Rear suspension pushrod may buckle and fail
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 24V550000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24V550000?
NHTSA recall 24V550000 was issued by Indian Motorcycle Company on July 23, 2024. It addresses: Rear suspension pushrod may buckle and fail. The recall affects approximately 1,773 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Indian Motorcycle Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 24V550000 or the manufacturer campaign number I-24-07. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.