Big Dog Recall
Big Dog Motorcycles, LLC 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.
Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s):
BIG DOG / BULLDOG 2004
BIG DOG / CHOPPER 2004
BIG DOG / MASTIFF 2004
BIG DOG / RIDGEBACK 2004
BIGDOG / BOXER 2004
BIGDOG / PITBULL 2004
Consequence
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.
Recall Remedy
Big dog will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 24, 2010. Owners may contact big dog at 1-316-219-9121.
Recall 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 www.safercar.gov .
Manufacturer report date: April 26th, 2010
NHTSA campaign ID number: 10V180000
Nhtsa action number: rq10002
Component: electrical system
Potential number of units affected: 1,895
