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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 04V164📅 Apr 20, 2004

2004 Bigdog Boxer & 2004 Bigdog Bulldog + 4 more recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain motorcycles, a screw may become loose in the handlebar control due to the lack of a lock washer and loctite.

💥 The risk

This could cause the throttle or front brake control to bind, which could result in a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will install a lock washer and loctite. Owner notification began on april 12, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 1-316-219-7006.

Is the fix 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.)
NHTSA campaign
04V164000
Manufacturer
BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC
Vehicles affected
2,098
Component
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 12, 2004
Built
Aug 8, 2003 – Mar 26, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V164 recall repair 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.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V164?

2004 Bigdog Boxer & 2004 Bigdog Bulldog + 4 more. 2,098 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Bigdog dealer to book the free repair.