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1999-2026 · 14 model years

Indian Scout Problems by year

Owners have filed 38 complaints about the Indian Scout across 14 model years, and it has 18 recalls. The 2025 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (3). The most reported problem area is the lights, followed by the fuel system.

Most complaints for its age20253 complaints · 1 recallSee the 2025
Complaints
38
Recalls
18
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Deaths
0

Scout complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20261000BrakesC
20253110Electrical systemF
20220100-B
20211100Fuel systemB
20190300-C
20182210BrakesC
20170200-B
20166100Electrical systemC
20158220Fuel systemD
20032400LightsC
20026710LightsF
20019710LightsF
20000100-A
19990100-A

Most common Scout problems

Indian Scout recalls 18

Latest Scout complaints

2026 Indian ScoutBrakes

Vehicle is new 2026 Indian 101 Scout purchased [redacted]. Rear brake experiences an intermittent 1-2 second total loss of hydraulic pressure/deceleration mid-stop when using rear brake by itself. The brake goes completely soft with zero resistance - giving the sensation that the pedal is not connected to anything - and then it resumes 1-2 seconds later. There is no ABS or traction control light that comes on, no deceleration, no mechanical pulsating in the brake, no skidding of rear tire. Experienced several times...

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during first 500 mile break-in period. On [redacted] I reported to Owen Motorsports in [[redacted]] (original dealer/shop) during first 500 mile service. Dealer unable to replicate issue. They did however run updates to ECM/Ride Command software and I did not experience issue again for another ~500 miles. But, after happening again I scheduled service with Green Mount Road Motorsports in [[redacted]] for drop off [redacted] (closer dealer because of possibility of needing to leave bike overnight). This dealer called me later in the day after I dropped off the bike and said they test rode bike, were able to replicate the issue. The service employee or manager refused to further diagnose or repair the defect under warranty claiming a total loss of braking for 1-2 seconds is 'normal behavior.' Alarmingly, after opening a case with Indian corporate customer care (Case #[redacted]), neither I nor Indian corporate customer care can get the Green Mount Motor Sports service manager to return calls since [redacted]. Indian corporate suggested I visit the shop in person as a next step which I will not be doing. The dealer is displaying negligence regarding a critical safety mechanical defect by dismissing it as normal motorcycle/brake behavior. The motorcycle remains grounded at the dealership since [redacted] awaiting proper diagnosis and repairs. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 11771569
2025 Indian ScoutElectrical systemEngine & coolingFuel system

I currently have 5K miles on the bike. All 5K miles I have had stalling issues. These issues mostly happen when lightly feathering the throttle while pulling out. This issue is not in my clutch work. It seems to be in the throttle sensor. The bike has began to randomly shut down on my while riding. This is always random and cannot be reproduced at will. It does however seem to only happen with a zero throttle position and clutch fully disengaged position (while riding). This is not quite the case when pulling out,...

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the issue presents with a slight throttle and the clutch just starting to friction, if you attempt to throttle the bike dies. The throttle sensor is not correct. Furthermore it seems after the bike has warmed up... like 10 miles and I stop at the store in the mornings, the next start seems to like rock the engine up during startup. This causes a terrible abrupt stop to the engine start and causes the ride command to reboot. This has happened riding furring downshifting at a light where the engine shut off and caused the ride command to reboot, had to coast to the side of the road and wait 20 seconds to get the fuel pump back before it would fire back up. This stalling on the highway has happened 3 times now and without any warning. This is going to get me into an accident. So, the engine stall happened this morning and it actually got the first time threw a check engine light. The absolute first code I have ever been able to see 3464-3 (throttle actuator fault) this solidifies my throttle suspicions all along, as everything has always pointed to the throttle sensor. If Indian does not fix this (there are a ton of people complaining about this same issue on their 2025's) they are going to hurt or kill someone. This is a safety issue that needs addressed immediately! I will be taking my bike in for it's 5K service on Saturday and will report it again, but just like the other 10 times I will be dismissed. This is an urgent recall that needs addressed.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11654867
2015 Indian ScoutWheels & tires

The contact owns a 2015 Indian Scout motorcycle equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Commander 2, Tire Size: 150/80/60, DOT Number: W8F700BX2623. The contact stated that while riding at speeds between 50 - 60 MPH, the motorcycle experienced a light hopping and became slightly unstable. The contact measured the tires and determined that the front tire was out of round. The contact stated that the tire was a replacement tire. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,500. The VIN was not available.

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 11648102
2025 Indian ScoutOther & unknownCrash

I was parked in the Sam's parking lot, bike had been parked for approximately 2 hours. My wife, myself and my son were all there at the time this event transacted. My wife had her Jeep and I was on my bike as I had met them there to do some shopping. While loading my wife's car I decided to start my bike and start getting a little heat in it before we left. I approached the bike and pressed the power button, Ride command normally takes over 30 seconds to boot, so I stood there waiting for the screen. Once the...

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screen booted I reach down with my foot and bring the shifter from first to neutral. This can be verified and validated by the audible click of the shifter as well as on the Ride Command screen. The "N" neutral light was clearly visible. The bike still on the stand I reach across the bike and hit the start button. This is where things started to go from bad to worse. The engine turned over as the bike lurched forward (as if it was still in gear). At this point the engine actually started as the bike left the stand and fell onto its side as well as my legs. The bike was running at this point as it layed on its side for approx 3 seconds until the bike died and the hazards began to flash. I swiftly checked the rear tire to ensure it was no longer turning and was able to get the bike uprighted within maybe 10 to 15 seconds of it laying over. Once upright I validated again the bike was displaying neutral and it was. Damage was minimal when it went over there was contact from the left foot peg as well as the clutch lever (broke about two inches off the clutch lever). No other damage on the bike thank god. It only tweaked my back while trying to wrestle the bike as it moved uncontrollably. This bike allowed two safety's to be overridden, the neutral safety as well as the stand safety. If this would have happened with someone in front of the bike, or if I were waiting on traffic thinking the bike was in neutral it would have lunged out into traffic. TERRIBLE!!

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11624561
2025 Indian ScoutElectrical system

The gauge cluster display is inaccurate and very slow to display information such as speed/rpm/fuel lever/neutral selection etc. this causes a very dangerous situation where critical vehicle information is inaccurate and not being displayed to the operator in real time which could lead to an accident

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11624390
2021 Indian ScoutFuel system

received a recall dated 12/1/2022 for Campaign 22V837. Have been trying for 3 months to schedule an appointment with the Indian Dealership Maddie's Power Sports in Dansville NY to include using their online customer contact form and received a call 15 FEB from their Sales Agent that he would have Service Department call me. Was able to make contact with service department who stated they will put me on a list to call me around 2 MAY 2023 to hopefully schedule appointment if fuel pump comes in. Called Indian...

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Motorcycle Owner Connections Department and was told is there another shop I can go to and NTTS is already aware of the Problem, there is nothing more they can do. This is an unreasonable time for a repair and will not afford me the option to ride again to mid to late May. I feel that I should be offered a buy back option for the cost of my loan since I am paying for motorcycle i cannot safely drive per NHTS.

Filed Incident Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11511058

Questions about the Indian Scout

Which Indian Scout years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2001 (9), 2015 (8), 2002 (6). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2025 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Indian Scout years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1999, 2000, 2017 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Scout years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Indian Scout problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the lights (11), fuel system (9), brakes (9) most often.

How many recalls does the Indian Scout have?

NHTSA lists 18 recalls across all Indian Scout model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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