2022 Indian FTR1200 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 1, 2025 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other FTR1200 years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
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Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Indian FTR1200. That is the most of any FTR1200 model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 1,300 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Indian FTR1200 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System2 · ~1,300 mi
Engine1
Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~500 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System267%1,300——
Engine133%———
Engine and Engine Cooling133%500——
Fuel/propulsion System133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2022, with 2 complaints
2022: 2202222025: 120251

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Indian FTR1200 recalls (3)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Fuel system, gasoline:storageNov 14, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V860000 · 4 vehicles

Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2022 FTR 1200 R Carbon, FTR 1200, FTR 1200 S and FTR 1200 Rally motorcycles. These motorcycles may have been assembled with an altered fuel tank containing holes that can leak fuel.

Risk: A fuel tank leak increases the risk of fire or injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-24-09.

Exterior lighting:brake lightsFeb 2, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V069000 · 11,648 vehicles

Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Challenger, Challenger Dark Horse, Challenger Limited, 2022 Challenger Dark Horse Icon, Challenger Elite, FTR 1200, FTR 1200 Rally, FTR 1200 S, FTR 1200 R Carbon, Pursuit Dark Horse, Challenger JD Limited Edition, Pursuit Limited Icon, Pursuit Dark Horse Premium, Pursuit Limited, Pursuit Limited Premium, 2019-2020 FTR 1200 S, FTR 1200, and 2020 FTR 1200 Rally motorcycles. The brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly and without brake application from the rider. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: Unintended illumination of the brake lights may create confusion for the drivers following the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

EngineAug 23, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V636000 · 6,315 vehicles

Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2019-2020 and 2022 FTR 1200, 2019-2020 FTR 1200 S, and 2020 FTR 1200 Rally motorcycles. The coolant junction may leak.

Risk: Hot coolant leaking on a rider can increase the risk of injury. Coolant leaking on the rear tire can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the coolant junction, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2022. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-22-04.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2022 Indian FTR1200 Motorcycle. The contact stated that while riding at various speeds on several occasions, the motorcycle lost automotive power with battery failure and an inoperable ABS. The contact stated that the ECM was sending 16 amps to the battery instead of the standard…

Electrical System · received Jul 1, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11670616

The contact owns a 2022 Indian Motorcycle FTR1200. The contact stated while driving at 25 MPH, the contact smelled an odor of burning coming from the motorcycle, followed by the check engine and another unknown warning light illuminated, and the motorcycle started overheating. The contact was able…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Oct 11, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11488772

Motorcycle will shut down for no reason. Full loss of power. Purchased motorcycle on 6/28/22. The bike has been back to the dealership twice. Still same problem. Dangerous!!! You will be driving around in traffic and all of a sudden it will just die.

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jul 13, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11473650

Other Indian FTR1200 years

← 2020 FTR1200

YearComplaintsRecalls
202233
2020 FTR120002
2019 FTR120003

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Indian FTR1200?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Indian FTR1200?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Indian FTR1200 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FTR1200 model years, the 2022 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.