Does the 2004 Bigdog Bulldog have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, steering, service brakes, hydraulic. 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 2004 Bigdog Bulldog recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Bigdog 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 2004 Bigdog Bulldog?

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

2004 Bigdog Bulldog recalls

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

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

For the 2004 Bigdog Bulldog. 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 Bigdog 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 Bigdog dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2004 Bigdog Bulldog recalls, newest first

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

November 2, 2004NHTSA 04V5230004,457 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand

Summary: On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position.
Consequence: If the kickstand deploys, it could cause a crash without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and install a new kickstand unit. The recall began on December 20, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 316-267-9121.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 6, 2004NHTSA 04V1640002,098 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary: On certain motorcycles, a screw may become loose in the handlebar control due to the lack of a lock washer and loctite.
Consequence: This could cause the throttle or front brake control to bind, which could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a lock washer and loctite. Owner notification began on April 12, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 1-316-219-7006.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 23, 2004NHTSA 04V1370001,906 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder

Summary: On certain motorcycles, the piston in the rear master cylinder may have been improperly sized, which could cause the rear brakes to drag or lockup.
Consequence: This could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the piston from the rear master cylinder and replace it with a new piston. Owner notification began on April 12, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 1-316-267-9121.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2004 Bigdog Bulldog were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2004 Bigdog Bulldog have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, steering, service brakes, hydraulic. 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 2004 Bigdog Bulldog recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Bigdog 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 2004 Bigdog Bulldog?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.