- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, the electronic harness control (ehc) module can fail resulting in a total shut down of the vehicle's electronic power.
- The risk
- This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the ehc modules free of charge. The recall began on september 19, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
Electrical system
2005 Bigdog Chopper Electrical problems
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Bigdog Chopper's electrical system with NHTSA - 33% of all its complaints, most recently on July 7, 2006. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Electrical recalls for the 2005 Bigdog Chopper
- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, the ignition modules are oriented within the battery tray in a way that makes the ignition module susceptible to vibration.
- The risk
- This susceptibility to vibration may contribute to a stalling condition that could occur without any prior warning and result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a new ignition module mounting system free of charge. The recall began on august 25, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
Electrical complaints
Dt*: the contact stated the motorcycle seems as if it attempted to start itself after the motorcycle became wet. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who changed the gaskets and greased the connections to stop the water from shorting out the electrical system. The manufacturer has been alerted.
Bigdog Chopper electrical complaints by year
Chopper electrical problems, every yearSource: 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