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2002-2003 Indian Scout and Indian Spirit recall: delivery

Indian Motorcycle Company reported this safety recall on April 4, 2003. It covers about 1,643 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,643
reported
Apr 4, 2003
owners notified
Apr 28, 2003
related complaints
3

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery

What is wrong
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.
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.

Recall number 03V130000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about fuel system problems.

2002 Indian Scout2003 Indian Scout2002 Indian Spirit2003 Indian Spirit

Questions about recall 03V130000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2003 Indian Scout and Indian Spirit delivery?

Yes. Recall 03V130000, reported on April 4, 2003, covers about 1,643 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V130000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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