Recall 10V180000: 2004 Big Dog Pitbull and 5 other models
- Report received
- May 3, 2010
- Manufacturer
- Big dog motorcycles, llc
- Potentially affected
- 1,895vehicles
- Model years
- 2004
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
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.
Possible 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.
Remedy
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2004 Big Dog Boxer0 complaints
- 2004 Big Dog Bulldog0 complaints
- 2004 Big Dog Chopper10 complaints
- 2004 Big Dog Mastiff6 complaints
- 2004 Big Dog Pitbull3 complaints
- 2004 Big Dog Ridgeback4 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.