Models
Every Bigdog model with a safety record. Open one to see it year by year.
| Model | Years | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Chopper | 2003–2007 | 21 |
| Pitbull | 1998–2007 | 11 |
Also on record, with too little data for a page of its own: Daytec Chopper · Mastiff · Bull DOG · Ridgeback · PIT Bull · BDM · BIG DOG · Boxer · Bulldog · Chopper - DT · DT Chopper · Husky · Motorcycle · Mutt · rolling-thunder.
NHTSA recalls, complaints and manufacturer communications (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026
Complaints by model year
All Bigdog models together. Newer years are still collecting complaints.
NHTSA ODI complaints
What owners report
- Electrical system15
- Structure13
- Engine and engine cooling7
- Service brakes, hydraulic5
- Power train5
- Fuel system, gasoline5
- Wheels4
- Tires2
NHTSA ODI complaints, by the system named in the complaint
Latest recalls
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.
BIG DOG IS RECALLING 1,257 MY 2005 RIDGEBACK MOTORCYCLES. THE REAR WHEEL MAY HAVE WEAK SPOTS IN THE DESIGN, WHICH MAY CAUSE THE WHEEL TO CRACK UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS.
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE REAR FENDER STRUT ATTACHING BOLTS CAN FAIL ALLOWING THE REAR FENDER TO DETACH FROM THE MOTORCYCLE.
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE FUEL LINE CAN POTENTIALLY CONTACT HEATED METAL PARTS OF THE MOTORCYCLE AND MELT.
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE TACHOMETER BOARD MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED.
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, A WARPED BUS BAR WITHIN THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT.
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE LONG PIVOT BOLT MAY BEND OR BREAK DURING NORMAL OPERATION OF THE MOTORCYCLE.
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE ELECTRONIC HARNESS CONTROL (EHC) MODULE CAN FAIL RESULTING IN A TOTAL SHUT DOWN OF THE VEHICLE'S ELECTRONIC POWER.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words