- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, the rear fender strut attaching bolts can fail allowing the rear fender to detach from the motorcycle.
- The risk
- This could occur without prior warning and could result in an injury or a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will remove existing strut bolts and replace with higher tensile strength attaching bolts and updated washers. Higher torque values will be observed when installing the replacement fasteners. The recall began on january 21, 2008. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
Vehicle safety record
2006 Bigdog Chopper Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2006 Bigdog Chopper have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 6 recalls, the latest in December 2007 for the body.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Chopper year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2006 Bigdog Chopper recalls 6
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
- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit.
- The risk
- THIS COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A FIRE.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the existing circuit breaker located between the voltage regulator positive battery lead (b+ lead) and the positive battery terminal with an alternative circuit protection device that will prevent a thermal event if there is a short to ground. The recall began on october 1, 2007. Owners may contact big dog at 1-316-219-9129 or email to [email protected].
- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, the long pivot bolt may bend or break during normal operation of the motorcycle.
- The risk
- This could potentially cause the rear fender to abrade against the rear tire while the motorcycle is being driven. This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the long pivot bolt and, if necessary, straighten the rear frame side panel. The short left side pivot bolt and pivot shaft may also be replaced free of charge. The recall began on november 1, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
- 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.
- 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.
- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand.
- The risk
- This will allow the kickstand to deploy into the extended position and cause a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
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Bigdog Chopper: every year compared
All Chopper years2006 Bigdog Chopper vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Bigdog Chopper | 0 | 6 | C | |
| 2006 Bigdog Big Dog | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
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Questions about the 2006 Bigdog Chopper
Does the 2006 Bigdog Chopper have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2006 Bigdog Chopper: body (December 2007); alternator / generator / regulator (August 2007); structure (October 2006); electrical system (August 2006) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2006 Bigdog Chopper had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2006 Bigdog Chopper a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 57 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Bigdog Chopper year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Bigdog Chopper years have the most complaints?
2003 (11), 2004 (7), 2005 (3). See every Bigdog Chopper year compared.
What should I do if my 2006 Bigdog 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