Recall 10V-180: 2004 Big Dog Bulldog, 2004 Big Dog Chopper and 4 more

BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 3, 2010, covering about 1,895 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-180
Report date
May 3, 2010
Vehicles affected
1,895
Owners notified
May 24, 2010

The problem

Big dog is recalling certain 2004 chopper, bulldog, ridgeback, mastiff, boxer, and pitbull motorcycles. There is a possible loose connection between the harness connector and the electronic harness controller.

The risk

This condition may cause the motorcycle to experience intermittent loss of electrical power to various components, which can lead to, among other things, a loss of headlamp function or a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Big dog will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on may 24, 2010. Owners may contact big dog at 1-316-219-9121.

Notes

Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerBIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC
ComponentElectrical System
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number10V180000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Big Dog Bulldog2004All years
Big Dog Chopper2004All years
Big Dog Mastiff2004All years
Big Dog Ridgeback2004All years
Bigdog Boxer2004All years
Bigdog Pitbull2004All 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 10V-180?

Big dog is recalling certain 2004 chopper, bulldog, ridgeback, mastiff, boxer, and pitbull motorcycles. There is a possible loose connection between the harness connector and the electronic harness controller.

How is recall 10V-180 fixed?

Big dog will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on may 24, 2010. Owners may contact big dog at 1-316-219-9121.

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.