- The problem
- 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.
- The 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.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Big Dog Chopper Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2004 Big Dog Chopper with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (2) and the lights (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2010 for the electrical system. For comparison, the 2005 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2004 Big Dog Chopper problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2004 Big Dog Chopper recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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3 complaints about the 2004 Big Dog Chopper
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Where do I get a 2004 master cylinder for my bike??? Everything that's on recall is on my bike!! And even more to be pissed about is they sold this to me a few months after there recall when they new about it, everything that was fixed because of multiple problems I had to pay out of pocket. But yet they new about this recall. What do I do??? *Tr
Head light turn signals stopped working. They went out while driving at night. Had to have my bike towed. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 big dog motorcycle chopper. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs under nhtsa recall campaign id number: 10v180000 (electrical system) in 2006, but the repair did not correct the failure. The contact stated that the motorcycle continued to stall while traveling at any speed. The dealer and the manufacturer were contacted and both advised that the recall was performed on the motorcycle therefore they will not assist with additional repairs. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 5,500. Updated 11/16/10*bf updated 11/23/10*jb
Big Dog Chopper: every year compared
All Chopper years2004 Big Dog Chopper vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Big Dog Chopper | 3 | 1 | - | |
| 2004 Big Dog Mastiff | 4 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Big Dog Ridgeback | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2004 Big Dog Pitbull | 2 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2004 Big Dog Chopper
Does the 2004 Big Dog Chopper have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Big Dog Chopper: electrical system (May 2010). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Big Dog Chopper?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (2), lights (1), brakes (1).
How many complaints has the 2004 Big Dog Chopper had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 16, 2010 and the latest on August 15, 2014. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Which Big Dog Chopper years have the most complaints?
2004 (3), 2005 (2). See every Big Dog Chopper year compared.
What should I do if my 2004 Big Dog Chopper has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data