NHTSA Recall 03V130000: Delivery (fuel system)
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,643 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Indian Scout.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V130000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | IMCSB-054 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY |
| Report received | April 4, 2003 |
| Owner notification | April 28, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, due to the positioning of the gas tank vent tube, the vent tube can become clogged with debris, particularly in wet weather. Vent tube clogging can cause interruption of fuel flow to the carburetor, causing the engine to stop. A clogged vent tube may also cause pressure to build up in the gas tank and push a small amount of gas out of the fuel filler cap seal.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage in the present of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the current vent tube with a longer tube repositioned to prevent clogging. Owner notification began april 28, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact indian motorcycle at 1-888-899-2997.
Notes
Indian motorcycle recall bulletin no. Imcsb-054. Customers can 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 03V130000
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.