NHTSA Recall 05V432000: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)
BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,294 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Big Dog Chopper DT.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V432000 |
|---|---|
| Component | WHEELS › LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS |
| Report received | September 28, 2005 |
| Owner notification | October 14, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
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.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V432000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Big Dog Chopper DT | 2005 |
| Bigdog Bulldog | 2005 |
| Bigdog Chopper | 2005 |
| Bigdog Mastiff | 2005 |
| Bigdog Pitbull | 2005 |
| Bigdog Ridgeback | 2005 |
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.