Bigdog Steering Wheel / Handle Bar Recall 04V164000 (2,098 Vehicles)

The problem

On certain motorcycles, a screw may become loose in the handlebar control due to the lack of a lock washer and loctite.

The risk

This could cause the throttle or front brake control to bind, which could result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will install a lock washer and loctite. Owner notification began on april 12, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 1-316-219-7006.

Contacts

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Bigdog dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V164000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2004 Bigdog Boxer	0	5	-
2004 Bigdog Bulldog	0	4	C
2004 Bigdog Chopper	7	5	C
2004 Bigdog Mastiff	2	4	D
2004 Bigdog Pitbull	1	5	F
2004 Bigdog Ridgeback	1	4	D

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2004 Bigdog Ridgeback

Questions

Is the 04V164000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 04V164000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 04V164000 announced?

BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES reported it to NHTSA on April 6, 2004. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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