Recall 02V016000: 1998–1999 Big Dog Pitbull

Report received

Jan 15, 2002

Manufacturer

Big dog motorcycles, llc

Potentially affected

286vehicles

Model years

1998–1999

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On some motorcycles, the rear fender front mounting tabs securing the rear fender can fracture, causing the rear fender to break away from the frame and drop onto the rear tire.

Possible consequence

This could result in tire damage and unintended braking action.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the welded tabs that partially support the rear fender, located under the seat, with two bolted-on fender clamps. The fender will be removed from the bike so that the mounting holes for the clamp can be drilled and then reinstalled with the addition of a backing plate for added rigidity. Owner notification began april 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact big dog at 1-316-267-2597.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1998 Big Dog Pitbull0 complaints
• 1999 Big Dog Pitbull5 complaints