NHTSA Recall 03V230000: Mounting (fuel system)
BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 845 vehicles. It affects 2003 Bigdog Chopper.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V230000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY › MOUNTING |
| Report received | June 23, 2003 |
| Owner notification | July 31, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank mount may have been improperly welded. This can cause the tank to fail with the possibility of fuel spillage.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the fuel tank and ship it to big dog for repair. Big dog will re-weld the mount, repair the paint, and return it back to the dealer for re-installation. Owner notification began on july 31, 2003. Owners should contact big dog at 1-316-219-6584.
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 03V230000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Bigdog Chopper | 2003 |
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.