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Vehicle recall 07V580000 · December 18, 2007

Bigdog Mastiff, Bigdog Chopper and 3 more models

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

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

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.
Notes
Customers may 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
07V580000
Reported to NHTSA
December 18, 2007
Filed by
BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC
Owner notification
January 21, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected
8,061
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Structure › Body
Recall 07V580000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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