NHTSA recall 03V286000
Structure
Indian Scout and 1 more
Reported Aug 4, 20036,570 vehicles affectedINDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANYMaker’s number IMCSB-058Built Jul 14, 2000 – Jul 28, 2003
The defect
On certain motorcycles, the weld attaching the fender mount to the front fork may crack and break.
The risk
This could cause the fender mount to fail resulting in the fender coming into contact with the wheel, resulting in the rider to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will bolt a bracket onto each front fork. this bracket will hold the fender mount in place even if the weld fails. Owner notification IS expected to begin during august 2003. owners should contact indian at 1-888-899-2997.