2005 Bigdog Bulldog Problems: 0 Complaints, 9 Recalls

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Structure: bodyReported December 18, 2007 · 8,061 vehicles affected

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

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorReported August 8, 2007 · 7,611 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit.
Risk: This could possibly result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing circuit breaker located between the voltage regulator positive battery lead (b+ lead) and the positive battery terminal with an alternative circuit protection device that will prevent a thermal event if there is a short to ground. The recall began on october 1, 2007. Owners may contact big dog at 1‑316‑219‑9129 or email to [email protected].

Recall number 07V356000 · Recall details

StructureReported October 12, 2006 · 2,494 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain motorcycles, the long pivot bolt may bend or break during normal operation of the motorcycle.
Risk: This could potentially cause the rear fender to abrade against the rear tire while the motorcycle is being driven. This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the long pivot bolt and, if necessary, straighten the rear frame side panel. The short left side pivot bolt and pivot shaft may also be replaced free of charge. The recall began on november 1, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.

Recall number 06V389000 · Recall details

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

Electrical system: ignition: moduleReported August 9, 2006 · 2,711 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain motorcycles, the ignition modules are oriented within the battery tray in a way that makes the ignition module susceptible to vibration.
Risk: This susceptibility to vibration may contribute to a stalling condition that could occur without any prior warning and result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new ignition module mounting system free of charge. The recall began on august 25, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.

Recall number 06V301000 · Recall details

StructureReported April 14, 2006 · 364 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain motorcycles, the front fender brackets could fail allowing the front fender to detach.
Risk: If this condition occurs, a crash could occur without any prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front fender brackets free of charge. (big dog recalled certain bulldog motorcycles in may 2005. Big dog revised the repair instructions and is recalling all the 2005 bulldog motorcycles. If your motorcycle was repaired under the previous campaign, it will need to be remedied again.) the recall began on april 24, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.

Recall number 06V122000 · 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

StructureReported May 20, 2005 · 180 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain motorcycles, the front fender brackets could fail allowing the front fender to detach.
Risk: If this condition occurs, a crash could occur without any prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front fender brackets free of charge. The recall began on may 31, 2005. This recall campaign has been superseded by 06v122.

Recall number 05V233000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Bigdog Bulldog 18

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Oct 30, 2008 Service bulletinBig dog motorcycle: strut bolts replacement
May 11, 2008 Service bulletinBig dog motorcycle: electrical side cover contact with belt guard
May 18, 2007 Service bulletinBigdog motorcycles - revised speedometer and mount
Nov 3, 2006 Service bulletinIntermittent printed circuit board operation
Aug 25, 2006 Service bulletinRough shifting, or noisy transmission caused by loose transmission countershaft screw
Jun 23, 2006 Service bulletinEhc contact improvement procedure (revised)
Jun 16, 2006 Service bulletinHeadlamp connector may melt, making bulb replacement difficult
Jun 2, 2006 Service bulletinBaker 6-SPEED main shaft snap ring
May 3, 2006 Service bulletinDielectric grease addition to connectors
Apr 27, 2006 Service bulletinTachometer board replacement - inaccurate tachometer readings or fluctuation in readings due to moisture

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9 recalls, covering structure, electrical system and wheels.

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