NHTSA Recall 02V038000: Tank assembly (fuel system)

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on February 5, 2002, covering an estimated 146 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Indian Scout.

146

vehicles potentially affected

models affected

2002

owners notified (February 5)

NHTSA campaign	02V038000
Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY
Report received	February 5, 2002
Owner notification	February 5, 2002
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Defect

Some motorcycles may have a gas tank venting system that became clogged during production.

Safety risk

This clogging prevents the venting system from allowing pressure to escape from the gas tank, which could result in gas flowing back into the carburetor and possibly spilling onto the ground.

Remedy

All motorcycles have been inspected and, if necessary, corrected. This campaign is 100% completed.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 02V038000

Make and model	Model years
Indian Scout	2002
Indian Spirit	2002

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.