2004 Bigdog Pitbull
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2004 Bigdog Pitbull. Newest first.
Big dog IS recalling certain 2004 chopper, bulldog, ridgeback, mastiff, boxer, and pitbull motorcycles. there IS a possible loose connection between the harness connector and the electronic harness controller.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition may cause the motorcycle to experience intermittent loss of electrical power to various components, which can lead to, among other things, a loss of headlamp function or a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Big dog will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. the safety recall began on may 24, 2010. owners may contact big dog at 1-316-219-9121.
On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This will allow the kickstand to deploy into the extended position and cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new kickstand spring free of charge. the recall began on february 17, 2006. owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
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, a screw may become loose in the handlebar control due to the lack of a lock washer and loctite.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could cause the throttle or front brake control to bind, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a lock washer and loctite. Owner notification began on april 12, 2004. owners should contact big dog at 1-316-219-7006.
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
3 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Electrical system
Sir / madam, this IS my third request for information of where and when the repair of the ehc recall was performed on my bike. No one has answered my request. I have talked to the previous owner and was informed this recall was not taken care of. I have all service records and show no service…
Sir / madam, this IS my third request for information of where and when the repair of the ehc recall was performed on my bike. No one has answered my request. I have talked to the previous owner and was informed this recall was not taken care of. I have all service records and show no service being done toward my bigdog motorcycle ehc module. simply stating this recall has be done IS acceptable to me. I have been experiencing all symptoms in regards to recall # - -- - - - - - -. I have filed a complaint with nhtsa # - - - - - - -, that I have requested all information from bigdog corporation in regards to where and when all recalls were performed for verification. Nhtsa conformation # - - - - - - - -. for a third time extending my request to all information were and when all recall in question for 2004 to date present was performed on my motorcycle. I show no record in my file that any recall has been performed. if you so choose to not honor my request I will seek further assistance along with nhtsa in doing so.
- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc)
Loss of electrical power causing motorcycle to stall or complete shut down while operating. Loss of electrical to ignition coil and light. afc recall # 10v180000. I'm 3RD owner... Have all service paper on bike.. Contacted bigdog corporation.they stated that this recall was completed...i…
Loss of electrical power causing motorcycle to stall or complete shut down while operating. Loss of electrical to ignition coil and light. afc recall # 10v180000. I'm 3RD owner... Have all service paper on bike.. Contacted bigdog corporation.they stated that this recall was completed...i requested information paper work or computer data of when and where this recall was performed..my records show of no prior service done to this electronic harness control module by me or prior owners.they have not after several attempts returned my call or e-mails...do to where I reside the island of guam I'm only able to communicate with nhtsa via-email big dog corporation will not work with any individual or company that IS not a big dog dealership. There IS no authorized dealer in guam. I should still be able to have a dealership in california mail me this part... can you please help? Thank you. *tr
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module · Electrical system › Wiring
I have a 2004 big dog pit bull motorcycle. I have been having for the past few months, problems with it starting and it cutting off while driving!!! I took it to the big dog dealer in jacksonville, fl and they said it was the ehc module. the ehc module needs to be replaced and this IS going to…
I have a 2004 big dog pit bull motorcycle. I have been having for the past few months, problems with it starting and it cutting off while driving!!! I took it to the big dog dealer in jacksonville, fl and they said it was the ehc module. the ehc module needs to be replaced and this IS going to cost me about $700.00, and the module part IS on backorder from the manufacture. For at least a couple of weeks. I did some research online and found there were recalls for 2005,2006 and 2007 for the same problem and no recalls for 2004. I called big dog headquartered in wichita ks and they told me the part may not be available until november! And I would have to pay for it because 2004 are not on recall... This IS a manufacture problem and could be fatal...!! I should not be liable for this!!! please help!!! *jb
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Motorcycle Stalling
This RQ was opened based on seemingly related owner complaints involving motorcycles outside the scope of 06V-301.During the course of subsequent discussions with the company, we learned that the earlier model year Big Dogs had a problem with the electronic harness control module connector that they'd previously…
This RQ was opened based on seemingly related owner complaints involving motorcycles outside the scope of 06V-301.During the course of subsequent discussions with the company, we learned that the earlier model year Big Dogs had a problem with the electronic harness control module connector that they'd previously addressed with a TSB.Since the TSB addressed a safety-related issue (stalling), Big Dog agreed to recall the motorcycles subject to the TSB (10V-180).With that decision, ODI agreed to waive requiring a response to its information request and is now closing this RQ.
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.
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