Vehicle recall 03V535000 · December 18, 2003
2003-2004 Bigdog Chopper
On certain motorcycles assembled with an early version rolling thunder frame, a stress crack could emerge in the frame.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorcycles assembled with an early version rolling thunder frame, a stress crack could emerge in the frame.
- Consequence
- This condition could occur without any prior warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the frame. Owner notification began January 15, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 1-316-267-9121.
- 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
- 03V535000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 18, 2003
- Filed by
- BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC
- Owner notification
- January 15, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,446
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Frame and members
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Bigdog Chopper (2003-2004): 2004, 2003
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