Does the 2006 BIG DOG K-9 have any recalls?

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, equipment, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2006 BIG DOG K-9 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a BIG DOG dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2006 BIG DOG K-9?

4 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2006 BIG DOG K-9 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2006 BIG DOG K-9. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your BIG DOG been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A BIG DOG dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2006 BIG DOG K-9 recalls, newest first

December 18, 2007NHTSA 07V5800008,061 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

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

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 15, 2007NHTSA 07E0580001,800 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: Certain big dog aftermarket sissy bar assemblies sold as an accessory part for the motorcycles listed above. The sissy bar assemblies may be undersized, allowing excessive movement of the sissy bar. Over time, this could cause the bolts that retain the sissy bar to break allowing the sissy bar to detach from the motorcycle.
Consequence: This condition could occur without warning and could result in injury and/or a crash.
Remedy: Big dog will notify owners and replace the affected sissy bars free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about August 24, 2007. Owners can contact big dog motorcycles customer service department collect at 316-267-9121.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 8, 2007NHTSA 07V3560007,611 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator

Summary: On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit.
Consequence: This could possibly result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing circuit breaker located between the voltage regulator positive battery lead (b+ lead) and the positive battery terminal with an alternative circuit protection device that will prevent a thermal event if there is a short to ground. The recall began on October 1, 2007. Owners may contact big dog at 1-316-219-9129 or email to customer.service@bigdogmotorcycles.com.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 11, 2006NHTSA 06V3050002,101 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system

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

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 25, 2006NHTSA 06V0190009,726 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand

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

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2006 BIG DOG K-9 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Tires3
Electrical system1

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Questions

Does the 2006 BIG DOG K-9 have any recalls?: 5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, equipment, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2006 BIG DOG K-9 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a BIG DOG dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2006 BIG DOG K-9?: 4 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.