NHTSA Recall 07V356000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system)
BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,611 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Big Dog K-9.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V356000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Report received | August 8, 2007 |
| Owner notification | October 1, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit.
Safety risk
This could possibly result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the existing circuit breaker located between the voltage regulator positive battery lead (b+ lead) and the positive battery terminal with an alternative circuit protection device that will prevent a thermal event if there is a short to ground. The recall began on october 1, 2007. Owners may contact big dog at 1-316-219-9129 or email to customer.service@bigdogmotorcycles.com.
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 07V356000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Big Dog K-9 | 2006 |
| Big Dog N-Chopper | 2005 |
| Bigdog Bulldog | 2005 |
| Bigdog Chopper | 2006 |
| Bigdog Dt Chopper | 2005 |
| Bigdog Mastiff | 2005, 2006 |
| Bigdog Pitbull | 2005, 2006 |
| Bigdog Ridgeback | 2005, 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.