Does the 2018 Indian Scout have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2018 Indian Scout recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Indian dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2018 Indian Scout?

2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2018 Indian Scout recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2018 Indian Scout. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Indian been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Indian dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2018 Indian Scout recalls, newest first

February 5, 2019NHTSA 19E00700060 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: 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.
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.
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.
Components: Service brakes; Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 19, 2018NHTSA 18V4160004,185 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

Summary: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, and Scout Bobber motorcycles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) may have air left in the system after the assembly process.
Consequence: Air in the brake system can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the front and rear anti-lock brake system, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2018. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-18-07.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2018 Indian Scout with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Service brakes2

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Questions

Does the 2018 Indian Scout have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2018 Indian Scout recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Indian dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2018 Indian Scout?: 2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.