2003 Bigdog Mastiff Recalls, Complaints & Specs
1 safety recall lists the 2003 Bigdog Mastiff. Check your own VIN below.
1 safety recall for the 2003 Bigdog Mastiff
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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Kickstand/center stand (structure)
On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and install a new kickstand unit. The recall began on december 20, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
No owner complaints on file
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2003 Bigdog Mastiff. 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 Mastiff model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Bigdog Mastiff model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Bigdog Mastiff | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 Bigdog Mastiff | 4 | 2 |
| 2005 Bigdog Mastiff | 8 | 1 |
| 2006 Bigdog Mastiff | 6 | 0 |
| 2007 Bigdog Mastiff | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 Bigdog Mastiff | 2 | 0 |
Checking a specific 2003 Bigdog Mastiff
How do I know if my 2003 Bigdog Mastiff 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. 1 campaign currently lists the 2003 Bigdog Mastiff; your car may already have been repaired under it.
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 04V523000).
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.