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Big Dog Chopper DT recalls

There are 4 safety recalls on record for the Big Dog Chopper DT, covering 16,539 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Big Dog Chopper DT recalls by model year

2005 4

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Electrical systemReported August 11, 2006 · 2,101 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, the electronic harness control (ehc) module can fail resulting in a total shut down of the vehicle's electronic power.
Risk
This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ehc modules free of charge. The recall began on september 19, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.

Recall number 06V305000 · Recall details

Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center standReported January 25, 2006 · 9,726 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand.
Risk
This will allow the kickstand to deploy into the extended position and cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new kickstand spring free of charge. The recall began on february 17, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.

Recall number 06V019000 · Recall details

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studsReported September 28, 2005 · 3,294 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, the rear wheel hub bolts could loosen and back out allowing the hub and brake rotor to detach from the wheel with an associated loss of stopping power.
Risk
This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove, clean and reattach the rear hub bolts free of charge. The recall began on october 14, 2005. Owners may contact big dog at 1‑312‑267‑9121.

Recall number 05V432000 · Recall details

Power trainReported April 14, 2005 · 1,418 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, the primary drive sprocket nut may back off the engine main shaft.
Risk
This could cause the primary drive to lock up and cause a crash. This condition could occur without any prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the drive sprocket nut free of charge. The recall began on may 13, 2005. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.

Recall number 05V149000 · Recall details

Questions about the Big Dog Chopper DT recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the Big Dog Chopper DT have?

4, covering electrical system, structure and wheels.

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