Vehicle recall 06V389000 · October 12, 2006
Bigdog Chopper, Mastiff and 1 more model
On certain motorcycles, the long pivot bolt may bend or break during normal operation of the motorcycle.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorcycles, the long pivot bolt may bend or break during normal operation of the motorcycle.
- Consequence
- This could potentially cause the rear fender to abrade against the rear tire while the motorcycle is being driven. This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the long pivot bolt and, if necessary, straighten the rear frame side panel. The short left side pivot bolt and pivot shaft may also be replaced free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
- Notes
- Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 06V389000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 12, 2006
- Filed by
- BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC
- Owner notification
- November 1, 2006
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,494
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Bigdog Bulldog (2005): 2005
- Bigdog Chopper (2005-2006): 2006, 2005
- Bigdog Mastiff (2005-2006): 2006, 2005
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