Bigdog Mastiff recalls and problems
12 recalls and 4 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
12
Complaints
4
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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Bigdog Mastiff by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Mastiff | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Mastiff | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Mastiff | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Mastiff | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Mastiff | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Mastiff | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Bigdog Mastiff problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 |
All Bigdog Mastiff recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07V-580 | Dec 18, 2007 | 2005–2008 | Structure | On certain motorcycles, the rear fender strut attaching bolts can fail allowing the rear fender to detach from the motorcycle. |
| 07V-460 | Sep 27, 2007 | 2008 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motorcycles, the fuel line can potentially contact heated metal parts of the motorcycle and melt. |
| 07V-356 | Aug 8, 2007 | 2005–2006 | Electrical System | On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit. |
| 06V-389 | Oct 12, 2006 | 2005–2006 | Structure | On certain motorcycles, the long pivot bolt may bend or break during normal operation of the motorcycle. |
| 06V-305 | Aug 11, 2006 | 2005–2006 | Electrical System | On certain motorcycles, the electronic harness control (Ehc) module can fail resulting in a total shut down of the vehicle's electronic power. |
| 06V-301 | Aug 9, 2006 | 2005–2006 | Electrical System | On certain motorcycles, the ignition modules are oriented within the battery tray in a way that makes the ignition module susceptible to vibration. |
| 06V-019 | Jan 25, 2006 | 2004–2006 | Structure | On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand. |
| 05V-432 | Sep 28, 2005 | 2005 | Wheels | 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. |
| 05V-149 | Apr 14, 2005 | 2005 | Power Train | On certain motorcycles, the primary drive sprocket nut may back off the engine main shaft. |
| 04V-523 | Nov 2, 2004 | 2003–2004 | Structure | On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position. |
| 04V-164 | Apr 6, 2004 | 2004 | Steering | On certain motorcycles, a screw may become loose in the handlebar control due to the lack of a lock washer and loctite. |
| 04V-137 | Mar 23, 2004 | 2004 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 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. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Bigdog Mastiff?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2004 Bigdog Mastiff has the most reports (2). Check the 2004 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Bigdog Mastiff have?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls covering Bigdog Mastiff model years 2003–2008.
What are the most common Bigdog Mastiff problems?
Owners report electrical system, suspension, steering problems most often.