2018 INDIAN SCOUT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 INDIAN SCOUT
The 2018 INDIAN SCOUT has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP. 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by Indian Motorcycle Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2018 INDIAN SCOUT
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2018 INDIAN SCOUT, potentially affecting up to 4,305 vehicles.
Recall 19E007000 — SERVICE BRAKES
| 60 vehicles affected
Defect: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain accessory brake levers, part number 2883795-658, sold for use on Scout and Scout bobber motorcycles. The accessory brake lever adjustment screw may have been set incorrectly, causing unintentional front brake application.
Consequence: The accessory brake lever may apply the front brake, increasing the application while riding until the front wheel locks up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Indian Motorcycle Company will notify owners, and dealers will provide replacement parts, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2019. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-01.
View full details →Recall 19E007000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
| 60 vehicles affected
Defect: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain accessory brake levers, part number 2883795-658, sold for use on Scout and Scout bobber motorcycles. The accessory brake lever adjustment screw may have been set incorrectly, causing unintentional front brake application.
Consequence: The accessory brake lever may apply the front brake, increasing the application while riding until the front wheel locks up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Indian Motorcycle Company will notify owners, and dealers will provide replacement parts, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2019. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-01.
View full details →Recall 18V416000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
| 4,185 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Air in the brake system can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 INDIAN SCOUT
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 INDIAN SCOUT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THE BIKE HAS DECREASED BRAKE PERFORMANCE AND ITS A DANGER TO SAFETY AND MY LIFE. WHEN I TRIED TO CALL INDIAN MOTORCYCLE OF LAKELAND THEY REFUSED TO HELP ME. I CALLED SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY SAID THEY WERE TOO BUSY TO CALL BACK LATER.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2018 INDIAN SCOUT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR BRAKES FAILED TO SLOW THE MOTORCYCLE DOWN WHEN MAKING TURNS. AS A RESULT, THE MOTORCYCLE FELL OVER. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR SCRATCHES THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE HOME. ALSO, WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN LOW GEAR, THE MOTORCYCLE WOULD INADVERTENTLY ACCELERATE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO INDIAN MOTORCYCLE OF LEXINGTON (1973 BRYANT RD, LEXINGTON, KY 40509, (877) 497-8617), BUT THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 45. THE VIN WAS NOT PROVIDED. *TT CONSUMER STATE TROUBLE TURNING CORNERS. VIN PROVIDED HAS NO DISPLAYABLE RECORDS, CARFAX UPDATED 10/5/18*JB
Safety Rating for the 2018 INDIAN SCOUT
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 INDIAN SCOUT in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 INDIAN SCOUT
Indian Motorcycle Company has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 INDIAN SCOUT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
I-19-03-01 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Team Tip has been released to assist dealers when servicing vehicles that have, or are suspected to have, aftermarket (non-OEM) modifications. It is critical for expedient and accurate diagnosis of a motorcycle, to identify and disclose all existing modifications to Indian Technical Service. Use of aftermarket components can create...
I-18-10-01 — EQUIPMENT
Digital Wrench update version 09/13/2018 and later now REQUIRES an internet connection to perform ECM Reprogramming on Scout/Scout Sixty/Scout Bobber motorcycles. The new Reconfiguration Procedure automatically confirms vehicle information accuracy during ECM reprogramming.
I-18-05-02 — SERVICE BRAKES
Indian Motorcycle dealers should be aware that they may encounter 2015âÂÂ2018 Indian Scouts with any of three different front brake levers. Any of these are acceptable equipment on any Scout outlined, but you should take note of installation instructions/differences for each variation.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 INDIAN SCOUT
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the INDIAN SCOUT
- 2015 INDIAN SCOUT — 12 complaints
- 2016 INDIAN SCOUT — 10 complaints
- 2017 INDIAN SCOUT — 0 complaints
- 2018 INDIAN SCOUT (current)
- 2019 INDIAN SCOUT — 0 complaints
- 2021 INDIAN SCOUT — 1 complaint
- 2022 INDIAN SCOUT — 1 complaint
- 2023 INDIAN SCOUT — 1 complaint
Other INDIAN Models
- INDIAN CHIEF — 98 total complaints
- INDIAN ROADMASTER — 33 total complaints
- INDIAN CHIEFTAIN — 19 total complaints
- INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE — 18 total complaints
- INDIAN SPIRIT — 15 total complaints
- INDIAN CHIEF DARK HORSE — 13 total complaints
- INDIAN SCOUT BOBBER — 12 total complaints
- INDIAN CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE — 10 total complaints