2021 Indian Scout
The 2021 Indian Scout earns a strong Throttlebook Ownership Score of 77/100. Expect about $15,297 to own it for five years, or $255 a month. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 1 complaints.
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 1
- 5-yr cost
- $15k
- MPG (EPA)
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2021 Indian Scout vs nearby years
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1 recall may apply
For the 2021 Indian Scout. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.
What's wrong: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Scout, Scout Bobber Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Icon, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber Twenty, Scout Bobber Icon, 2022 Scout Rogue Sixty, Chief, Chief Bobber, Chief Bobber Dark Horse, Chief Dark Horse, Scout Rogue, Super Chief, and Super Chief Limited motorcycles. The fuel pump may fail while riding.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump and the fuel pump seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-22-06.
Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
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5-year cost to own
Estimated $8,000 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 4,000 mi/yr.
| Depreciation | $1,868 |
| Insurance (national avg.) | $3,500 |
| Fuel / charging | $1,490 |
| Maintenance | $3,200 |
| Repairs | $1,800 |
| Loan interest | $2,259 |
| Taxes & fees | $1,180 |
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Owner complaints & safety
What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.
- Fuel/Propulsion System1
Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.
NHTSA doesn't crash-test motorcycles. Gear up: ABS and a good helmet matter most.
What to check on a used 2021 Indian Scout
Not enough owner reports to rank this model year, so here are the basics.
- Paperwork
- Ask for service records and the title. Compare the VIN on the car, the paper and our report.
- Check the odometer against the wear on the pedals and seat.
- Test drive
- Drive on a highway and in town. Listen for noises and watch the temperature gauge.
- Pay for an independent mechanic's inspection before you commit.
If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.
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FAQ
- Is the 2021 Indian Scout a good motorcycle to buy?
- The 2021 Indian Scout earns a strong Throttlebook Ownership Score of 77/100. Expect about $15,297 to own it for five years, or $255 a month. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 1 complaints.
- Does the 2021 Indian Scout have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2021 Indian Scout, including Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
- What are the most common 2021 Indian Scout problems?
- Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel/propulsion system (1).
- How much does a 2021 Indian Scout cost to own for 5 years?
- About $15,297 over 5 years ($255/month) at an estimated $8,000 purchase price and 4,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.
Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.