NHTSA Recall 03V535000: Frame and members (structure)

BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on December 18, 2003, covering an estimated 1,446 vehicles. It affects 2003–2004 Bigdog Chopper.

1,446

vehicles potentially affected

model affected

2004

owners notified (January 15)

NHTSA campaign	03V535000
Component	STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS
Report received	December 18, 2003
Owner notification	January 15, 2004
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Defect

On certain motorcycles assembled with an early version rolling thunder frame, a stress crack could emerge in the frame.

Safety risk

This condition could occur without any prior warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will repair the frame. Owner notification began january 15, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 1-316-267-9121.

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 03V535000

Make and model	Model years
Bigdog Chopper	2003, 2004

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.