NHTSA recall 02V090000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Bigdog Motorcycle
Reported Mar 19, 2002462 vehicles affectedBIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLCBuilt Jul 1, 2001 – Nov 9, 2001
The defect
On certain motorcycles, a fuel valve's outlet nipple, to which the fuel line attaches, may pull out of the fuel valve, allowing fuel to exit onto the motor and primary drive.
The risk
Fuel spillage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel (shut off) valve. owner notification began april 1, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact big dog at 1-316-267-2597.