Recall 05V-432: 2005 Big Dog Chopper DT, 2005 Bigdog Bulldog and 4 more

BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Sep 28, 2005, covering about 3,294 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-432
Report date
Sep 28, 2005
Vehicles affected
3,294
Owners notified
Oct 14, 2005

The problem

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.

The risk

This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.

The fix

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.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerBIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC
ComponentWheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number05V432000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Big Dog Chopper DT2005All years
Bigdog Bulldog2005All years
Bigdog Chopper2005All years
Bigdog Mastiff2005All years
Bigdog Pitbull2005All years
Bigdog Ridgeback2005All 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 05V-432?

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.

How is recall 05V-432 fixed?

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.

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.