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NHTSA Recall 02V090000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 462 vehicles. It affects 2002 Bigdog Motorcycle.

462
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2002
owners notified (April 1)
NHTSA campaign02V090000
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedMarch 19, 2002
Owner notificationApril 1, 2002
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

Fuel spillage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Remedy

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).

Vehicles covered by recall 02V090000

Make and modelModel years
Bigdog Motorcycle2002

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.