Indian Motorcycle Company: Safety Recalls in 2020

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Indian Motorcycle Company in 2020. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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August 4, 2020

(Campaign #: I-18-07)

Possible Reduction in Brake Performance

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2019 Scout, Scout Sixty, and Scout Bobber motorcycles equipped with Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS). After the manufacturing process, air may remain trapped within the brake system, possibly reducing brake performance.

NHTSA ID: 20V454000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 2,742

Consequence Summary:

Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will perform a brake fluid bleed of the front and rear ABS to evacuate the air, free of charge. The recall began August 19,2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is 1-18-07. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA Recall number 19V-156.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 63.75

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March 25, 2020

(Campaign #: I-20-02)

Output Shaft Bearing May Fail

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2020 Challenger motorcycles. The engine output shaft bearing may not have been sufficiently lubricated during assembly, possibly resulting in bearing failure at very low mileage.

NHTSA ID: 20V182000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 616

Consequence Summary:

Engine output shaft bearing failure could cause a sudden loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will lubricate the output shaft bearings on motorcycles with less than 50 miles on the odometer, free of charge. Motorcycles with greater than 50 miles will not require a repair, and can either be inspected by a dealer, or the owner can self-report the odometer reading directly to Indian. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-20-02. Note: Owners with an odometer reading of less than 50 miles are advised to not operate their motorcycle until it is repaired.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: Yes

Completion Rate (%): 94.97

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