2019 Indian Scout Bobber Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Scout Bobber years
- Not enough data 4th of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2019 Indian Scout Bobber. That ranks 4th out of 6 Scout Bobber model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 25,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 Indian Scout Bobber problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 100% | 25,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2019 Indian Scout Bobber recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes
Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2019 Scout, Scout Sixty, and Scout Bobber motorcycles equipped with Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS). After the manufacturing process, air may remain trapped within the brake system, possibly reducing brake performance.
Risk: Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Indian will notify owners, and dealers will perform a brake fluid bleed of the front and rear ABS to evacuate the air, free of charge. The recall began August 19,2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is 1-18-07. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA Recall number 19V-156.
Service brakes
Problem: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2019 Indian Scout, Scout Bobber, and Scout Sixty motorcycles equipped with Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS). After the manufacturing process, air may remain trapped within the brake system, possibly reducing brake performance.
Risk: Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Indian has notified owners, and dealers will perform a brake fluid bleed of the front and rear ABS to evacuate the air, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-18-07.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2019 Indian Scout Bobber Motorcycle. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was discovered engine oil had leaked from the stator section of the engine onto the ground near the rear tire. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was…
Other Indian Scout Bobber years
← 2018 Scout Bobber · 2020 Scout Bobber →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Scout Bobber | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Scout Bobber | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Scout Bobber | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 Scout Bobber | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 Scout Bobber | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Indian Scout Bobber?
Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Indian Scout Bobber?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 Indian Scout Bobber a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Scout Bobber model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.