2005 Bigdog Bulldog Recalls, Complaints & Specs
9 safety recalls list the 2005 Bigdog Bulldog. Check your own VIN below.
9 safety recalls for the 2005 Bigdog Bulldog
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Body (structure)
On certain motorcycles, the rear fender strut attaching bolts can fail allowing the rear fender to detach from the motorcycle.
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…
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Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system)
On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing circuit breaker located between the voltage regulator positive battery lead (b+ lead) and the positive battery terminal with an alternative circuit protection device that will prevent…
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Structure
On certain motorcycles, the long pivot bolt may bend or break during normal operation of the motorcycle.
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,…
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Electrical system
On certain motorcycles, the electronic harness control (ehc) module can fail resulting in a total shut down of the vehicle's electronic power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ehc modules free of charge. The recall began on september 19, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
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Electrical system: module
On certain motorcycles, the ignition modules are oriented within the battery tray in a way that makes the ignition module susceptible to vibration.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new ignition module mounting system free of charge. The recall began on august 25, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
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Structure
On certain motorcycles, the front fender brackets could fail allowing the front fender to detach.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front fender brackets free of charge. (big dog recalled certain bulldog motorcycles in may 2005. Big dog revised the repair instructions and is recalling all the 2005 bulldog motorcycles. If…
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Kickstand/center stand (structure)
On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new kickstand spring free of charge. The recall began on february 17, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
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Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)
On certain motorcycles, the rear wheel hub bolts could loosen and back out allowing the hub and brake rotor to detach from the wheel with an associated loss of stopping power.
Remedy: Dealers will remove, clean and reattach the rear hub bolts free of charge. The recall began on october 14, 2005. Owners may contact big dog at 1-312-267-9121.
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Structure
On certain motorcycles, the front fender brackets could fail allowing the front fender to detach.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front fender brackets free of charge. The recall began on may 31, 2005. This recall campaign has been superseded by 06v122.
No owner complaints on file
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2005 Bigdog Bulldog. For context, the average model year in NHTSA's database has dozens; a zero can mean a reliable vehicle, a rare one, or both.
Compare Bigdog Bulldog model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Bigdog Bulldog model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Bigdog Bulldog | 4 | 0 |
| 2005 Bigdog Bulldog | 9 | 0 |
| 2007 Bigdog Bulldog | 2 | 0 |
Checking a specific 2005 Bigdog Bulldog
How do I know if my 2005 Bigdog Bulldog has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 9 campaigns currently list the 2005 Bigdog Bulldog; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Bigdog dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 05V233000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.