The worst 2008 Big Dog K-9 problems
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Recalls 2
Structure: body
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the rear fender strut attaching bolts can fail allowing the rear fender to detach from the motorcycle.
- Risk
- This could occur without prior warning and could result in an injury or a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove existing strut bolts and replace with higher tensile strength attaching bolts and updated washers. Higher torque values will be observed when installing the replacement fasteners. The recall began on january 21, 2008. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.
Recall number 07V580000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the fuel line can potentially contact heated metal parts of the motorcycle and melt.
- Risk
- This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in fuel leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers replaced the fuel line with one that has higher thermal resistance properties. Also new fuel lines were rerouted to further reduce exposure to heated metal. All motorcycles have been repaired. No owner notification will be necessary.
Recall number 07V460000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Big Dog K-9 9
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Big dog motorcycle: strut bolts replacement
- Big dog motorcycle: electrical side cover contact with belt guard
- Bigdog motorcycles: this letter highlights the difference between the various electronic harness...
- Bigdog motorcycle: new primary inspection cover gasket
- Bigdog motorcycle: hidden shock electrical cover hardware replacement
- Bigdog motorcycle: rear fender strut bolts on certain motorcycles may fail allowing the fender to detach...
- Bigdog motorcycle: rear fender strut bolt remedy
- Bigdog motorcycle: fuel tank vent may become flooded with fuel, causing the motorcycle to run poorly due...
- Big dog motorcycle: fuel line replacement and re-routing
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Questions about the 2008 Big Dog K-9
Is the 2008 Big Dog K-9 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2008 Big Dog K-9.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Big Dog K-9?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2008 Big Dog K-9 have?
2 recalls, covering structure and fuel system, gasoline.
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