Recall 02V-083: 2002 Indian Scout, 2002 Indian Spirit

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Mar 21, 2002, covering about 907 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-083
Report date
Mar 21, 2002
Vehicles affected
907
Owners notified
Mar 19, 2002

The problem

On certain motorcycles, fractures can occur on either the left or right fuel tank at the top of the joint where the bracket is welded to the tank back plate.

The risk

Fuel can escape from the tank, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the gas tanks with tanks that have a redesigned mounting bracket. Owner notification began march 19, 2002. 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 1-408-846-7228.

Notes

Indian motorcycle recall bulletin no. Imcsb-038. 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
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V083000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Indian Scout2002All years
Indian Spirit2002All 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 02V-083?

On certain motorcycles, fractures can occur on either the left or right fuel tank at the top of the joint where the bracket is welded to the tank back plate.

How is recall 02V-083 fixed?

Dealers will replace the gas tanks with tanks that have a redesigned mounting bracket. Owner notification began march 19, 2002. 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 1-408-846-7228.

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.