NHTSA recall 03V130000
Fuel System, Gasoline · Indian Motorcycle Company
Details
What's 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.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage in the present of an ignition source can result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the current vent tube with a longer tube repositioned to prevent clogging. Owner notification began April 28, 2003.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2002 Indian Scout, 2003 Indian Scout, 2002 Indian Spirit, 2003 Indian Spirit.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 03V130000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.