Big Dog recalls
All 8 Big Dog safety recalls since model year 2000, in plain English. Latest: May 3, 2010.
Latest Big Dog recalls
2004 Big Dog Bulldog & 2004 Big Dog Chopper + 4 more
Electrical system recall · 10V180
Big dog is recalling certain 2004 Chopper, Bulldog, Ridgeback, Mastiff, Boxer, and Pitbull motorcycles.
2005–2008 Bigdog Mastiff & 2006–2008 Big Dog K-9 + 3 more
Body & structure recall · 07V580
On certain motorcycles, the rear fender strut attaching bolts CAN fail allowing the rear fender to detach from the motorcycle.
2008 Big Dog K-9 & 2008 Bigdog Mastiff + 1 more
Fuel system recall · 07V460
On certain motorcycles, the fuel line CAN potentially contact heated metal parts of the motorcycle and melt.
2005–2006 Bigdog Mastiff & 2005–2006 Bigdog Pitbull + 6 more
Electrical system recall · 07V356
On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator CAN cause a short circuit.
2005–2006 Bigdog Chopper & 2005–2006 Bigdog Mastiff + 5 more
Electrical system recall · 06V305
On certain motorcycles, the electronic harness control (ehc) module CAN fail resulting in a total shut down of the vehicle's electronic power.
2004–2006 Bigdog Chopper & 2004–2006 Bigdog Mastiff + 7 more
Body & structure recall · 06V019
On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand.
All Big Dog recalls
| Date | Recall | Vehicles | Problem | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-05-03 | 10V180 | 2004 Big Dog Bulldog & 2004 Big Dog Chopper + 4 more | Electrical system | 1,895 |
| 2007-12-18 | 07V580 | 2005–2008 Bigdog Mastiff & 2006–2008 Big Dog K-9 + 3 more | Body & structure | 8,061 |
| 2007-09-27 | 07V460 | 2008 Big Dog K-9 & 2008 Bigdog Mastiff + 1 more | Fuel system | 104 |
| 2007-08-15 | 07V356 | 2005–2006 Bigdog Mastiff & 2005–2006 Bigdog Pitbull + 6 more | Electrical system | 7,611 |
| 2006-08-11 | 06V305 | 2005–2006 Bigdog Chopper & 2005–2006 Bigdog Mastiff + 5 more | Electrical system | 2,101 |
| 2006-01-25 | 06V019 | 2004–2006 Bigdog Chopper & 2004–2006 Bigdog Mastiff + 7 more | Body & structure | 9,726 |
| 2005-09-29 | 05V432 | 2005 Big Dog Chopper DT & 2005 Bigdog Bulldog + 4 more | Wheels | 3,294 |
| 2005-04-14 | 05V149 | 2005 Big Dog Chopper DT & 2005 Bigdog Chopper + 3 more | Powertrain & transmission | 1,418 |
FAQ
How many Big Dog recalls are there?
There are 8 Big Dog vehicle safety recalls for model years 2000 and newer in NHTSA data. The latest was posted May 3, 2010.
Are Big Dog recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
How do I check if my Big Dog has a recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls. You can also browse by model and year below.