Bigdog Bulldog recalls
There are 13 safety recalls on record for the Bigdog Bulldog, covering 45,184 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Bigdog Bulldog recalls by model year
All recalls
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
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- 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
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the tachometer board may have been improperly installed.
- Risk
- Improperly installed tachometer boards may develop a short circuit that could cause the motorcycle to shut down. This could occur without prior warning and result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will isolate the tachometer board from the housing. The recallbegan on august 27, 2007. Owners may contact big dog at 1‑316‑219‑9129 or e-mail at [email protected].
Recall number 07V355000 · Recall details
Structure
- 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 system
- 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: module
- 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
Structure
- 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 stand
- 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/studs
- 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
Structure
- 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
Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center stand
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position.
- Risk
- If the kickstand deploys, it could cause a crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and install a new kickstand unit. The recall began on december 20, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 316‑267‑9121.
Recall number 04V523000 · Recall details
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, a screw may become loose in the handlebar control due to the lack of a lock washer and loctite.
- Risk
- This could cause the throttle or front brake control to bind, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 04V164000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the piston in the rear master cylinder may have been improperly sized, which could cause the rear brakes to drag or lockup.
- Risk
- This could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the piston from the rear master cylinder and replace it with a new piston. Owner notification began on april 12, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 1‑316‑267‑9121.
Recall number 04V137000 · Recall details
Questions about the Bigdog Bulldog recalls
How do I check if my Bigdog Bulldog has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
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 Bigdog Bulldog have?
13, covering structure, electrical system and wheels.
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