NHTSA recall 02V176000
Suspension · Indian Motorcycle Company
Details
What's wrong: On certain motorcycles, the pinch bolts that clamp the front forks to the axle may be 1/4" bolts or 5/16" bolts made of stainless steel. In both cases, these bolts may not be of sufficient strength over time to clamp the front fork to the axle tightly enough to prevent axle rotation.
Why it matters: If the axle is allowed to rotate, the axle could come out of the right front fork, collapsing the front end, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the front forks to determine whether the pinch bolts are 1/4" or 5/16" bolts made of stainless steel. If the forks are clamped with 1/4" bolts, the dealer will replace the forks with forks designed with 5/16" bolts. If the forks are clamped with 5/16" stainless steel pinch…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2001 Indian Scout, 2001 Indian Scout Centennial, 2001 Indian Spirit.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V176000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.