Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Motorcycles, The Weld Attaching The Fender Mount To The Front Fork May Crack And Break.
Make Of Vehicle
INDIAN
Model Of Vehicle
SCOUT
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
03V286000
Component Description
Structure
Effect Of Defect
This Could Cause The Fender Mount To Fail Resulting In The Fender Coming Into Contact With The Wheel, Resulting In The Rider To Lose Control Of The Motorcycle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Bolt A Bracket Onto Each Front Fork. This Bracket Will Hold The Fender Mount In Place Even If The Weld Fails. Owner Notification Is Expected To Begin During August 2003. Owners Should Contact Indian At 1-888-899-2997.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Start Of Manufacture
20000714
End Of Manufacture
20030728
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
6570
Date Owners Notified
20030825
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Date Report Received
20030804
Make Campaign Number
IMCSB-058