NHTSA Recall 21V681000: Software (engine and engine cooling) and brake lights (exterior lighting)
Do not drive Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 177 vehicles. It affects 2020 Indian Scout Bobber Sixty.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V681000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | I-21-03 |
| Components | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) › SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Report received | September 2, 2021 |
| Owner notification | September 27, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2020 Scout Bobber Sixty motorcycles. An engine control unit (ECU) update may have caused the brake lights to become inoperable.
Safety risk
Inoperable brake lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be asked to inspect their brake lights, and advised to not ride their motorcycle if the brake lights are inoperable. If the brake lights are not functioning, dealers will re-flash the ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2021. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-21-03.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V681000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Indian Scout Bobber Sixty | 2020 |
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.