2004 Bigdog Mastiff Problems: 2 Complaints, 4 Recalls

The worst 2004 Bigdog Mastiff problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Electrical
1
Transmission
1

Problems by type

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Electrical
1
Transmission
1

Recalls 4

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

Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center standReported November 2, 2004 · 4,457 vehicles affected

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 barReported April 6, 2004 · 2,098 vehicles affected

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 cylinderReported March 23, 2004 · 1,906 vehicles affected

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

See all 4 recalls for the 2004 Bigdog Mastiff

Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Bigdog Mastiff 7

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

Jun 23, 2006 Service bulletinEhc contact improvement procedure (revised). current seal does not allow connector pins to seat properly...
Jun 16, 2006 Service bulletinHeadlamp connector may melt, making bulb replacement difficult. tt
May 3, 2006 Service bulletinDielectric grease addition to connectors. tt
Apr 27, 2006 Service bulletinTachometer board replacement - inaccurate tachometer readings or fluctuation in readings due to moisture. ak
Sep 30, 2004 Service bulletinBelt and chassis issues. drive belt noise,drive belt ratcheting, swing arm to frame contact. bigdog...
Sep 15, 2004 Service bulletinEhc replacement. incorrect electrical component installation resulting in a damaged ehc. tt
Jul 12, 2004 Service bulletinKickstand spring stud fracture. all bigdog 2004 models. tt

What 2004 Bigdog Mastiff owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 17, 2008 · Electrical · 8,000 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 big dog mastiff. While driving 45 MPH, the headlights went out. The contact pulled into a gas station and inspected the fuses and circuit breakers. After sitting, the headlights illuminated. He stated that the headlights operated intermittently. Occasionally, the high beams would illuminate. The contact has not yet taken the vehicle to the dealer. The manufacturer stated that they had an issue with a lot of the vehicles and the control boxes were on back order. The current mileage was 10,200 and failure mileage was 8,000. Updated 04-09-08

Filed Aug 17, 2006 · Transmission · 4,600 miles · NE

Squealing noise coming from primary gets louder as it reaches normal operating temperature. Dealer says they don't know what is wrong. After manufacturer had the bike for 3 weeks, they said "we gave it our best shot with our best tech, have your attorney call us". One of numerous problems not fixed.

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Questions about the 2004 Bigdog Mastiff

Is the 2004 Bigdog Mastiff reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2004 Bigdog Mastiff, 2.0 times a typical Mastiff model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Bigdog Mastiff?

Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).

How many recalls does the 2004 Bigdog Mastiff have?

4 recalls, covering structure, steering and service brakes, hydraulic.

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