Recall 00V-214: 2001 Indian Scout

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Aug 7, 2000, covering about 184 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-214
Report date
Aug 7, 2000
Vehicles affected
184
Owners notified
Sep 14, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: motorcycles. Possible positive battery cable chaffing can cause the cable to ground to frame, allowing possible interruption to the ignition system. Motorcycle can crank, but not start.

The risk

Without the additional insulation, the motorcycle poses a risk to safety, with possible interruption of the ignition system.

The fix

Dealers will install additional insulation on the positive battery cable.

Notes

Owner notification began september 14, 2000.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 1-408-847-2221. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerINDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY
ComponentElectrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V214000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Indian Scout2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-214?

Vehicle description: motorcycles. Possible positive battery cable chaffing can cause the cable to ground to frame, allowing possible interruption to the ignition system. Motorcycle can crank, but not start.

How is recall 00V-214 fixed?

Dealers will install additional insulation on the positive battery cable.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.