- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position.
- The risk
- If the kickstand deploys, it could cause a crash without prior warning.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2003 Bigdog Mastiff Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2003 Bigdog Mastiff have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2004 for the kickstand / center stand.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Mastiff year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2003 Bigdog Mastiff 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
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No complaints about the 2003 Bigdog Mastiff yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Bigdog Mastiff: every year compared
All Mastiff years2003 Bigdog Mastiff vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Bigdog Mastiff | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 2003 Bigdog Chopper | 11 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2003 Bigdog BDM | 1 | 0 | - | 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 2003 Bigdog Mastiff
Does the 2003 Bigdog Mastiff have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Bigdog Mastiff: kickstand / center stand (November 2004). 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 2003 Bigdog Mastiff had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2003 Bigdog Mastiff a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 87 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Bigdog Mastiff 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 Mastiff years have the most complaints?
2004 (2), 2005 (1), 2007 (1). See every Bigdog Mastiff year compared.
What should I do if my 2003 Bigdog Mastiff 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