2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper. Newest first.
On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the kickstand deploys, it could cause a crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and install a new kickstand unit. the recall began on december 20, 2004. owners should contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
On certain motorcycles, the piston in the rear master cylinder may have been improperly sized, which could cause the rear brakes to drag or lockup.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the piston from the rear master cylinder and replace it with a new piston. Owner notification began on april 12, 2004. owners should contact big dog at 1-316-267-9121.
Owner complaints
4 complaints
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2004 big dog chopper. the contact received a recall letter referencing, nhtsa campaign ID number: 10v180000, electrical system. the owner took the vehicle in for the recall remedy in june and they stated they had to order the parts and it would be about 2 months. at the…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 big dog chopper. the contact received a recall letter referencing, nhtsa campaign ID number: 10v180000, electrical system. the owner took the vehicle in for the recall remedy in june and they stated they had to order the parts and it would be about 2 months. at the time of the complaint, the manufacturer stated the part IS not manufactured anymore and they may be able to get it from another supplier but it would take an additional 6 to 7 weeks. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 11,000.
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
TL* the contact owns a 2004 big dog daytec chopper motorcycle. The contact stated when driving at various speeds, the headlights would intermittently fluctuate from on and off. The dealer advised that the ehc module had failed and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileages were 8,000.
- Electrical system
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 bigdog daytec chopper motorcycle. the contact recently purchased the vehicle. while traveling approximately 45 mph on normal road conditions, the engine stalled without warning. the driver was unable to restart the engine and the vehicle was towed to an independent…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 bigdog daytec chopper motorcycle. the contact recently purchased the vehicle. while traveling approximately 45 mph on normal road conditions, the engine stalled without warning. the driver was unable to restart the engine and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. the technician performed diagnostic tests and stated that the failure was related to the computerized system. the vehicle IS currently inoperable and has not been repaired. the vin was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 25,440.
- Electrical system
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 big dog daytec chopper. whenever the contact rides the vehicle, all of the electrical components shut off, including the motorcycle itself. he has taken the bike to the dealer and was informed that the ehc module failed. the contact discovered a recall for the failure…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 big dog daytec chopper. whenever the contact rides the vehicle, all of the electrical components shut off, including the motorcycle itself. he has taken the bike to the dealer and was informed that the ehc module failed. the contact discovered a recall for the failure, but it does not include his model year. the failure mileage was 21,00 and current mileage IS 23,00. updated 04-08-08 *bf
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10026832Bigdog motorcycle: fuel tank vent may become flooded with fuel, causing the motorcycle to run poorly due to a fuel mixture that IS too rich.
- 10020152Horn harness wires may break.
- 10020065Headlamp connector may melt, making bulb replacement difficult.
- 10020045Ehc contact improvement procedure (revised). Current seal does not allow connector pins to seat properly and moisture may be present in connector.
- 10019984Tachometer board replacement - inaccurate tachometer readings or fluctuation in readings due to moisture.
- 10019909Dielectric grease addition to connectors.
- 10010470Ehc replacement. Incorrect electrical component installation resulting in a damaged ehc.
- 10010405Belt and chassis issues. Drive belt noise,drive belt ratcheting, swing arm to frame contact. Bigdog service bulletin w/t attachments a-h. Various models including 2003 big dog pitbull, ridgeback and daytec chopper.
- 10009565Kickstand spring stud fracture. All bigdog 2004 models.