2005 Big Dog Chopper Recalls

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2005 Big Dog Chopper. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 07V580000Dec 18, 20078,061 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Body
  Covers: Big Dog Chopper 2005–2007, Mastiff 2005–2008, K-9 2006–2008 +2 more

  Reported issue: On certain motorcycles, the rear fender strut attaching bolts can fail allowing the rear fender to detach from the motorcycle.

  Possible consequence: This could occur without prior warning and could result in an injury or a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will remove existing strut bolts and replace with higher tensile strength attaching bolts and updated washers. Higher torque values will be observed when installing the replacement fasteners. The recall began on january 21, 2008. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.

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• 06V389000Oct 12, 20062,494 vehicles potentially affected
  Body and structure
  Covers: Big Dog Chopper 2005–2006, Mastiff 2005–2006, Bulldog 2005

  Reported issue: On certain motorcycles, the long pivot bolt may bend or break during normal operation of the motorcycle.

  Possible consequence: This could potentially cause the rear fender to abrade against the rear tire while the motorcycle is being driven. This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the long pivot bolt and, if necessary, straighten the rear frame side panel. The short left side pivot bolt and pivot shaft may also be replaced free of charge. The recall began on november 1, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.

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• 06V305000Aug 11, 20062,101 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system
  Covers: Big Dog Chopper 2005–2006, Mastiff 2005–2006, Pitbull 2005 +4 more

  Reported issue: On certain motorcycles, the electronic harness control (ehc) module can fail resulting in a total shut down of the vehicle's electronic power.

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

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the ehc modules free of charge. The recall began on september 19, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.

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• 06V301000Aug 9, 20062,711 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Ignition › Module
  Covers: Big Dog Chopper 2005–2006, Mastiff 2005–2006, Bulldog 2005

  Reported issue: On certain motorcycles, the ignition modules are oriented within the battery tray in a way that makes the ignition module susceptible to vibration.

  Possible consequence: This susceptibility to vibration may contribute to a stalling condition that could occur without any prior warning and result in a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a new ignition module mounting system free of charge. The recall began on august 25, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.

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• 06V019000Jan 25, 20069,726 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand
  Covers: Big Dog Chopper 2004–2006, Ridgeback 2004–2006, Pitbull 2004–2006 +5 more

  Reported issue: On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand.

  Possible consequence: This will allow the kickstand to deploy into the extended position and cause a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a new kickstand spring free of charge. The recall began on february 17, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.

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• 05V432000Sep 28, 20053,294 vehicles potentially affected
  Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
  Covers: Big Dog Chopper 2005, Pitbull 2005, Chopper DT 2005 +3 more

  Reported issue: 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.

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

  Remedy: 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.

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• 05V149000Apr 14, 20051,418 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train
  Covers: Big Dog Chopper 2005, Pitbull 2005, Chopper DT 2005 +2 more

  Reported issue: On certain motorcycles, the primary drive sprocket nut may back off the engine main shaft.

  Possible consequence: This could cause the primary drive to lock up and cause a crash. This condition could occur without any prior warning.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the drive sprocket nut free of charge. The recall began on may 13, 2005. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.

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