Vehicle recall 02V285000 · October 23, 2002
2002 Bigdog Motorcycle
On certain motorcycles, the weld on the stainless steel handlebars could break, limiting the ability to use the hand controls.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorcycles, the weld on the stainless steel handlebars could break, limiting the ability to use the hand controls.
- Consequence
- This can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the handlebars. Owner notification began November 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.
- Notes
- Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 02V285000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 23, 2002
- Filed by
- BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC
- Owner notification
- October 14, 2002
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 108
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Bigdog Motorcycle (2002): 2002
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