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Indian Scout Recall 15V142: Rear brake may lose power, raising crash risk

NHTSA campaign 15V142, reported March 11, 2015, 987 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

This recall covers certain motorcycles built between May 12, 2014 and April 9, 2015 because the rear brake master cylinder may fail. The result can be a reduction in rear braking power or a complete loss of it.

With less or no rear braking, the motorcycle may take longer to slow or stop, which increases the risk of a crash.

The repair is free. Dealers will inspect the rear brake master cylinder and replace it if needed. Owners can contact the Indian Motorcycle Consumer Service Department at 1-877-204-3697, and you can check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V142Indian Motorcycle Company
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Problem
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2015 Scout N15MSA00AA, N15MSA00AH, N15MSA00AR, N15MSA00AS, N15MSA00BA, N15MSA00BH, N15MSA00BS, N15MSA00CA, and N15MSA00CS motorcycles manufactured May 12, 2014, to April 9, 2015. Due to a problem with the rear brake master cylinder, the motorcycles may have a reduction in, or a complete loss of, rear brake power.
Risk
A full or partial loss of rear braking power may lengthen the distance needed to slow or stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rear brake master cylinder, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2015. Owners may contact the Indian Motorcycle Consumer Service Department at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-15-01 A/B.
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.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

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