Recall 20V454 covers 2,742 2019 Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, and Scout Bobber motorcycles with air trapped in ABS brakes. Repair is free at franchised Indian dealers.
Indian is recalling 2,742 2019 Scout Bobber, Scout, and Scout Sixty motorcycles with ABS because air left in the brake system after manufacturing can reduce brake performance. Reduced braking can increase crash risk, and Indian dealers will bleed the ABS brake system free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The service brakes on the 2019 Indian Scout Bobber, Scout, and Scout Sixty use brake fluid to carry force from the rider's hand or foot to the brake calipers. The anti-lock brake system helps manage wheel lockup during hard braking, but it still depends on firm hydraulic pressure in the brake lines.
On affected motorcycles, a small amount of air remained trapped in the brake system after assembly and fluid filling. Air compresses under pressure, unlike brake fluid, so part of the rider's lever force gets absorbed before the caliper clamps as firmly as intended. The brake parts themselves met quality standards; the issue is air left inside the fluid system.
The warning sign is a brake lever that feels softer than normal and takes less force to pull. That soft feel tells the rider the system is not building pressure in the normal way.
Who's affected?
Covers three Scout variants, all tied to the same brake system.
| 2019 Indian Scout Bobber | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Indian Scout | brake system |
| 2019 Indian Scout Sixty | brake system |
| Units affected | 2,742 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash. If the brake lever feels soft or takes less force than normal to activate, treat it as a warning sign and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Indian dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Indian Scout Bobber, Scout, or Scout Sixty is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Indian dealer to schedule the free front and rear ABS brake-fluid bleed that removes trapped air from the brake system.
- Bring the recall notice if Indian mailed one. Reference recall number 20V454 when you call.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking when possible.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Indian technician bleeds the front and rear ABS brake system to remove trapped air from the brake fluid circuit. Parts and labor for the recall repair are free. This is the repair that restores the ABS brake system after air was left in the system during manufacturing. If you paid for this ABS brake fluid bleed before receiving the recall letter, contact Polaris Consumer Service Department to ask about reimbursement eligibility for that prior repair. Bring any prior repair paperwork to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 4, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 6, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| August 6, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 19, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V454?
Recall 20V454 covers 2,742 2019 Indian Scout Bobber, Scout, and Scout Sixty motorcycles with ABS. Air trapped in the brake system can reduce brake performance and increase crash risk. Indian dealers will bleed the front and rear ABS brake fluid for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Indian Scout Bobber, Scout, or Scout Sixty is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 20V454. If it is, contact a franchised Indian dealer and ask for the front and rear ABS brake fluid bleed under recall 1-18-07. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Indian dealers will perform a brake fluid bleed of the front and rear ABS to remove trapped air from the brake system free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 20V454?
The safety risk is reduced brake performance. On affected 2019 Indian Scout Bobber, Scout, and Scout Sixty motorcycles, trapped air in the ABS brake system can make braking less effective, increasing the risk of a crash. The free dealer repair removes that trapped air.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V454000 |
|---|---|
| Indian customer service | 1-877-204-3697 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V454 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V454000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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