Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Motorcycles, Due To The Positioning Of The Gas Tank Vent Tube, The Vent Tube Can Become Clogged With Debris, Particularly In Wet Weather. Vent Tube Clogging Can Cause Interruption Of Fuel Flow To The Carburetor, Causing The Engine To Stop. A Clogged Vent Tube May Also Cause Pressure To Build Up In The Gas Tank And Push A Small Amount Of Gas Out Of The Fuel Filler Cap Seal.
Make Of Vehicle
INDIAN
Model Of Vehicle
SCOUT
Year
2002
Recall Campaign Number
03V130000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
Effect Of Defect
Fuel Leakage In The Present Of An Ignition Source Can Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Current Vent Tube With A Longer Tube Repositioned To Prevent Clogging. Owner Notification Began April 28, 2003. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Indian Motorcycle At 1-888-899-2997.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Start Of Manufacture
20011130
End Of Manufacture
20020904
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1643
Date Owners Notified
20030428
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Date Report Received
20030404
Make Campaign Number
IMCSB-054