Recall 04V-137: 2004 Bigdog Boxer, 2004 Bigdog Bulldog and 5 more
BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Mar 23, 2004, covering about 1,906 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
This could result in a crash.
The fix
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.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V137000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Bigdog Boxer | 2004 | All years |
| Bigdog Bulldog | 2004 | All years |
| Bigdog Chopper | 2004 | All years |
| Bigdog Daytec Chopper | 2004 | All years |
| Bigdog Mastiff | 2004 | All years |
| Bigdog Pitbull | 2004 | All years |
| Bigdog Ridgeback | 2004 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 04V-137?
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.
How is recall 04V-137 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.