Bigdog Motorcycle

Model Motorcycle made by Bigdog got 2 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Technical service bulletines regarding fuel system, other. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline and steering.

Model 2002

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
02V090000BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLCfrom 07/01/2001 to 11/09/2001V (Vehicle)46204/01/2002MFRBIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC03/19/200203/27/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain motorcycles, a fuel valve's outlet nipple, to which the fuel line attaches, may pull out of the fuel valve, allowing fuel to exit onto the motor and primary drive.
Consequence SummaryFuel spillage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the fuel (shut off) valve. owner notification began april 1, 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.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
02V285000BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC V (Vehicle)10810/14/2002MFRBIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC10/23/200210/30/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain motorcycles, the weld on the stainless steel handlebars could break, limiting the ability to use the hand controls.
Consequence SummaryThis can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
SB-109901/11/200810026832Bigdog motorcycle: fuel tank vent may become flooded with fuel, causing the motorcycle to run poorly due to a fuel mixture that is too rich. *pe12/23/2008