Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V454000 Reported August 4, 2020

Possible reduction in brake performance

Indian Motorcycle Company · N/A · 2,742 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V454000
Manufacturer Campaign
I-18-07
Manufacturer
Indian Motorcycle Company
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2,742
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 4, 2020
Completion Rate
63.75

Defect Summary

Indian motorcycle company (indian) is recalling certain 2019 scout, scout sixty, and scout bobber motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brake systems (abs). after the manufacturing process, air may remain trapped within the brake system, possibly reducing brake performance.

Safety Consequence

Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will perform a brake fluid bleed of the front and rear abs to evacuate the air, free of charge. the recall began august 19,2020. owners may contact indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. indian's number for this recall is 1-18-07. this recall is an expansion of nhtsa recall number 19v-156.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Indian Motorcycle Company dealer and reference recall ID 20V454000 or campaign I-18-07.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V454000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V454000?

NHTSA recall 20V454000 was issued by Indian Motorcycle Company on August 4, 2020. It addresses: Possible reduction in brake performance. The recall affects approximately 2,742 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Indian Motorcycle Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V454000 or the manufacturer campaign number I-18-07. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.