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Model year

2018 Indian Scout Bobber

Motorcycle, gasoline, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Feb 27, 2021 to Feb 27, 2021.

Recalls (1)Complaints (1)Investigations (0)Bulletins (25)
Recall campaigns covering this model year160 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Below the median 2018 motorcycle
Severity index0.02018 motorcycles average 6.0
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2018 Indian Scout Bobber peaked in 2021, with 1 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.250.50.7512021120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2018 Indian Scout Bobber name brakes

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Brakes
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

One recall campaign covers the 2018 Indian Scout Bobber

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2018 Indian Scout Bobber
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
19E-007Feb 5, 2019Accessory brake lever adjustment screw may have been set incorrectly, causing unintentional front brake applicationBrakes60Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2018 Indian Scout Bobber

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Feb 27, 2021Failure Feb 15, 20215,234 milesRancho Cucamonga, CAService brakes

    REAR BRAKES BECAME VERY SPONGY PREMATURELY. BRAKING DISTANCE IS SEVERELY AFFECTED. THERE IS AN ACTIVE RECALL (NHTSA CAMPAIGN #18V416000) FOR THE SAME YEAR AND MODEL MOTORCYCLE BUT ONLY AFFECTS UNITS WITH ABS BRAKES. MINE DOES NOT HAVE ABS BUT IS EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUE.

    NHTSA complaint 11398231
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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Service bulletins

25 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

  • IND-02.28.2025-03 Mar 1, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to remove the driver's seat on Indian Scout motorcycles.
  • IND-02.28.2025-02 Mar 1, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to remove and replace the battery on your Scout, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber Twenty or Scout Rogue.
  • IND-02.25.2025-02 Feb 26, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to inspect and adjust the drive belt tension on your Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Bobber Twenty or Scout Rogue.
  • IND-02.25.2025 Feb 26, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to properly maintain and adjust the clutch lever on your Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Bobber Twenty, and Scout Rogue.
  • IND-02.25.2025-01 Feb 26, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding the inspection and maintenance of the brake system on Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Bobber Twenty and Scout Rogue motorcycles.
  • IND-02.11.2025 Feb 12, 2025 · Other
    This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding replacement of the air filter on model year 2015-2024 Indian Scout and Scout Bobber motorcycles
  • I-22-03-02 Mar 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle identified that on Indian Scout Models there is a potential for damage to occur to electrical hardware or the vehicle harness if the battery ground cable and ground joint is not connected properly. Damage can occur during procedures that r…
  • IND-02-14-2022 Feb 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
  • IDH-HOLD Mar 15, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
  • I-20-12-01 Dec 18, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Team Tip has been released by Indian Motorcycle to provide information regarding odometer maintenance and address concerns about correct odometer value.
  • DW 3.9 Aug 31, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Digital Wrench version 3.9 is now available for download. Updating to version 3.9 is required to update the base Digital Wrench software version from 3.8 to 3.9 to allow for future MY18 vehicle support.
  • SAF-17-02 Aug 24, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    At the dealer show in July, we launched the new MY18 Indian Motorcycle line-up! On top of key product enhancements across the entire line, we also introduced the all new Scout® Bobber, Springfield Dark Horse®, Chieftain Dark Horse® with Ride Command, and Ro…
  • G-17-10-02 Oct 26, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    At Polaris, we are committed to the safety of our customers and riders. Through product design, dedicated safety engineering, and increased consumer awareness, Polaris continues to work toward a safe riding experience and proper operation of our products. T…
  • G-16-11-01 Nov 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Polaris has released Team Tip G-16-10-01 to inform dealers that Polaris Mobile Digital Wrench (PMDW) version 3.28 or later requires dealers to enter a valid 10-digit Digital Wrench serial number to operate the app. The serial number requirement has been add…
  • G-15-12-01 R03 Feb 26, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    There is no doubt that for a Polaris customer the process of picking up a brand new vehicle is one of the most exciting times in the ownership experience. To ensure that all Polaris dealers are equipped to deliver a world-class experience that matches the h…
  • G-15-12-01 R02 Jan 15, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    PCDX is an online and mobile interface for providing a consistent dealer setup and customer delivery experience. The interface walks the dealer and the customer through a standardized online form that includes the PDI (pre-delivery inspection), general warn…
  • G-15-12-01 Dec 10, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Team Tip is being released to dealers to provide information regarding the required transition to online PCDX and PCDX training.
  • I-19-08-01 Aug 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has determined that 2018-19 Indian Scout, Scout Sixty & Scout Bobber Owner’s Manuals are missing Emissions Warranty content, pursuant to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) requirements. The…
  • I-19-03-01 Mar 21, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Team Tip has been released to assist dealers when servicing vehicles that have, or are suspected to have, aftermarket (non-OEM) modifications. It is critical for expedient and accurate diagnosis of a motorcycle, to identify and disclose all existing mo…
  • I-18-10-01 Oct 25, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Digital Wrench update version 09/13/2018 and later now REQUIRES an internet connection to perform ECM Reprogramming on Scout/Scout Sixty/Scout Bobber motorcycles. The new Reconfiguration Procedure automatically confirms vehicle information accuracy during…
  • I-18-05-02 May 29, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle dealers should be aware that they may encounter 2015â“2018 Indian Scouts with any of three different front brake levers. Any of these are acceptable equipment on any Scout outlined, but you should take note of installation instructions/dif…
  • I-18-05-01 May 10, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    2014-2018 Indian Motorcycles utilize Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries which are selected for their superior vibration resistance, weight savings, and high output. This Team Tip is being released to provide the Indian dealer network with specific recomm…
  • I-19-09-02 Sep 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Updated information has been added to all Indian Motorcycle Service Manuals to provide dealers with clear directions when servicing the fuel system. Be sure to reference the applicable Service Manual for the most accurate information.
  • I-19-09-01 Sep 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Team Tip identifies differences between crankcases used throughout Indian Motorcycle 111 C.I. engine production, and introduces a new service crankcase for 2014-2020 models.
  • L-19-08-01 Aug 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Indian Motorcycle has determined that 2018-19 Indian Scout, Scout Sixty & Scout Bobber Owner?s Manuals are missing Emissions Warranty content, pursuant to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) requirements. The…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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