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NHTSA Recall 06V389000: Structure

BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,494 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Bigdog Bulldog.

2,494
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2006
owners notified (November 1)
NHTSA campaign06V389000
ComponentSTRUCTURE
Report receivedOctober 12, 2006
Owner notificationNovember 1, 2006
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain motorcycles, the long pivot bolt may bend or break during normal operation of the motorcycle.

Safety risk

This could potentially cause the rear fender to abrade against the rear tire while the motorcycle is being driven. This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the long pivot bolt and, if necessary, straighten the rear frame side panel. The short left side pivot bolt and pivot shaft may also be replaced free of charge. The recall began on november 1, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.

Notes

Customers can 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 06V389000

Make and modelModel years
Bigdog Bulldog2005
Bigdog Chopper2005, 2006
Bigdog Mastiff2005, 2006

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.