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CarsLore / Indian / Scout / 2015

2015 Indian Scout

8 owner complaints — #2 of 11 Scout model years, 4.0× the typical year. 1 recall, 19 service bulletins.

8complaints · 2 crashes, 0 fires
1recalls
19manufacturer bulletins
1,092 mimedian mileage at failure

Problems owners report

Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2015 Indian Scout, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.

  • Fuel/propulsion system4
  • Vehicle speed control3
  • Service brakes2
  • Engine1
  • Electrical system1
  • Tires1

NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 1 injuries and 0 deaths reported

Compared with other years

’99’01’03’15’16’18’20’22’258’99’02’15’16’19’22’268
199920002001200220032015

NHTSA ODI complaints by model year

Recalls

15V142000 · Service brakes, hydraulic11 Mar 2015 · 987 vehicles

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.

Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words

Service bulletins

What Indian told its dealers about the 2015 Indian Scout: known faults, fixes and updates.

BulletinSummary
10209965Indian 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 require the battery cable to be disconnected or during battery removal and installation.
10208642Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
10189626EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
10185170This Team Tip has been released by Indian Motorcycle to provide information regarding odometer maintenance and address concerns about correct odometer value.
10178890Indian Motorcycle has determined that some Indian Scout and Scout Sixty motorcycles could develop a slow crank or no start situation due to a starter that was potentially manufactured with a defect. This Service Advisory has been released to communicate a process which enables dealers to assist customers and repair qualified motorcycles without requiring pre-authorization from Indian Motorcycle.
10178876Indian Motorcycle has developed an updated ECM calibration for 2015-2016 Scout 69ci motorcycles that improves RPM stability at engine idle and during closed throttle conditions.
10178866This 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 modifications to Indian Technical Service. Use of aftermarket components can create operating characteristics and sensor feedback that do not align with factory parameters. These cases can send our technicians down the wrong path and result in longer diagnostic time and a poor customer experience.
10178861Digital 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 ECM reprogramming.
10178859Indian Motorcycle dealers should be aware that they may encounter 20152018 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/differences for each variation.
101788582014-2018 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 recommendations to help maintain and restore the AGM type batteries used in Indian Motorcycles.
10178855Indian Motorcycle has implemented an update to the Scout 1200 transmission assembly which will affect how service parts can be ordered for 2015 - 2016 models.
10178854Indian Motorcycle has implemented an update to the Scout 1200 transmission assembly which will affect how service parts can be ordered for 2015 - 2016 models.
10178846This Team Tip has been released to clearly define Indian Motorcycles expectations when filing a warranty claim related to shipping and / or concealed crate damage. In the event that damage occurs during the shipping process, or that damage is concealed under the shipping bag, it is critical to adhere to the claim steps outlined in this communication. Following the guidelines explained below will expedite repairs and allow Indian Motorcycle to seek carrier reimbursement when applicable.
10178844Indian Motorcycles has determined there is a potential for the rear tire to contact the tail lamp wire harness if the harness is not routed and retained correctly during reassembly. As part of tail lamp, rear turn signals, license plate bracket or fender service, verify the tail lamp wire harness is retained with two panduit straps.
10178843Indian Motorcycle has learned that a potential defect may exist in some 2015 Indian Scout fuel tank weldments which may affect paint adhesion. This Service Advisory has been released to communicate a process which enables dealers to assist customers and repair qualified motorcycles without requiring pre-authorization from Indian Motorcycle.
10178840This Team Tip has been released to communicate that some Scout accessory handlebars may have an improper finish. Indian Motorcycles has determined that some Scout accessory handlebars were not polished between the knurled clamp sections in the center of the handlebars.
10167641Updated 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.
10167640This 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.
10058672INDIAN MC: ACCESSORY HANDLEBARS, ON SOME MOTORCYCLES, FAIL TO BE POLISHED ON SECTIONS OF KNURLED CLAMP IN CENTER OF HANDLEBARS, CAUSING AN IMPROPER FINISH. MODEL 2015 SCOUT. *PE

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