On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position.
2004-2004 · 1 model year
Bigdog Daytec Chopper Problems by year
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the Bigdog Daytec Chopper across 1 model year, and it has 2 recalls. The 2004 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (4). The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the lights.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Daytec Chopper complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 4 | 2 | - |
Most common Daytec Chopper problems
Bigdog Daytec Chopper recalls 2
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.
Latest Daytec Chopper complaints
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.
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.
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.
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
Questions about the Bigdog Daytec Chopper
Which Bigdog Daytec Chopper years have the most problems?
By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2004 (4). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2004 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What are the most common Bigdog Daytec Chopper problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (3), lights (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Bigdog Daytec Chopper have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls across all Bigdog Daytec Chopper model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data