Recall 21V-681: 2020 Indian Scout Bobber Sixty

Indian Motorcycle Company recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 2, 2021, covering about 177 vehicles.

Do not drive this vehicle until the recall repair is done.
NHTSA number
21V-681
Report date
Sep 2, 2021
Vehicles affected
177
Owners notified
Sep 27, 2021

The problem

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2020 Scout Bobber Sixty motorcycles. An engine control unit (ECU) update may have caused the brake lights to become inoperable.

The risk

Inoperable brake lights can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners will be asked to inspect their brake lights, and advised to not ride their motorcycle if the brake lights are inoperable. If the brake lights are not functioning, dealers will re-flash the ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2021. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-21-03.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerIndian Motorcycle Company
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) › Software
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V681000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Indian Scout Bobber Sixty2020All 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 21V-681?

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2020 Scout Bobber Sixty motorcycles. An engine control unit (ECU) update may have caused the brake lights to become inoperable.

How is recall 21V-681 fixed?

Owners will be asked to inspect their brake lights, and advised to not ride their motorcycle if the brake lights are inoperable. If the brake lights are not functioning, dealers will re-flash the ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2021. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-21-03.

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.