Bigdog Structure Recall 05V233000 (180 Vehicles)

The problem

On certain motorcycles, the front fender brackets could fail allowing the front fender to detach.

The risk

If this condition occurs, a crash could occur without any prior warning.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front fender brackets free of charge. The recall began on may 31, 2005. This recall campaign has been superseded by 06v122.

Contacts

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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 05V233000.
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
2005 Bigdog Bulldog	0	9	F

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2005 Bigdog Bulldog

Questions

Is the 05V233000 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 05V233000?

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 05V233000 announced?

BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES reported it to NHTSA on May 20, 2005. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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