NHTSA vehicle safety data
2019 Indian Scout Bobber Recalls & Complaints
The 2019 Indian Scout Bobber has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Indian dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2019 Indian Scout Bobber. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2019 Indian Scout Bobber owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2019 Indian Scout Bobber, describing incidents dated December 12, 2023.
Most-cited components
- Engine 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11571714 · Filed
The contact owns a 2019 Indian Scout Bobber Motorcycle. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was discovered engine oil had leaked from the stator section of the engine onto the ground near the rear tire. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was…
Possible Reduction in Brake Performance
NHTSA #20V454000 · Service Brakes · NHTSA notice
Reported August 4, 2020 · Indian Motorcycle Company
Potentially affected: 2,742 vehicles
Repair completion: 63.75% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Indian campaign I-18-07 · Owners notified August 19, 2020
Defect description
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
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.safercar.gov.
Possible Reduction in Brake Performance
NHTSA #19V156000 · Service Brakes · NHTSA notice
Reported March 1, 2019 · Indian Motorcycle Company
Potentially affected: 2,072 vehicles
Repair completion: 85.81% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Indian campaign I-18-07 · Owners notified March 7, 2019 · Vehicles built March 1, 2018 – October 31, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2019 Indian Scout, Scout Bobber, and Scout Sixty 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.
Manufacturer remedy
Indian has notified 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 March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-18-07.
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.safercar.gov.
Unintentional Front Brake Application
NHTSA #19E007000 · Service Brakes · NHTSA notice
Reported February 5, 2019 · Indian Motorcycle Company
Potentially affected: 60 vehicles
Repair completion: 28.33% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Indian campaign I-19-01 · Owners notified April 24, 2019
Defect description
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain accessory brake levers, part number 2883795-658, sold for use on Scout and Scout bobber motorcycles. The accessory brake lever adjustment screw may have been set incorrectly, causing unintentional front brake application.
Safety consequence
The accessory brake lever may apply the front brake, increasing the application while riding until the front wheel locks up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Indian Motorcycle Company will notify owners, and dealers will provide replacement parts, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2019. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-01.
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.safercar.gov.
Other Indian Scout Bobber model years
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