Indian Scout recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 19, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Indian Motorcycle Company recalls 2017–2018 Indian Scout

Recall number

18V416000

Brand / firm

Indian

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4,185 units

Why it was recalled

Air in the brake system can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, and Scout Bobber motorcycles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) may have air left in the system after the assembly process.

What to do

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the front and rear anti-lock brake system, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2018. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-18-07.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.