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
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
02V090000 | BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC | from 07/01/2001 to 11/09/2001 | V (Vehicle) | 462 | 04/01/2002 | MFR | BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC | 03/19/2002 | 03/27/2002 | |||||||
Defect Summary | On 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 Summary | Fuel spillage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers 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. | |||||||||||||||
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). | |||||||||||||||
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | ||||||||||||||||
02V285000 | BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC | V (Vehicle) | 108 | 10/14/2002 | MFR | BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC | 10/23/2002 | 10/30/2002 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles, the weld on the stainless steel handlebars could break, limiting the ability to use the hand controls. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This can increase the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | 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). |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
SB-1099 | 01/11/2008 | 10026832 | Bigdog motorcycle: fuel tank vent may become flooded with fuel, causing the motorcycle to run poorly due to a fuel mixture that is too rich. *pe | 12/23/2008 |