2003 BIGDOG CHOPPER Recalls (3)

Campaign:
03V230000 on 06/22/2003
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Manufactured:
09/23/2002 - 06/12/2003
Affected:
845
Defect:
On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank mount may have been improperly welded. this can cause the tank to fail with the possibility of fuel spillage.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will remove the fuel tank and ship it to big dog for repair. big dog will re-weld the mount, repair the paint, and return it back to the dealer for re-installation. owner notification began on july 31, 2003. owners should contact big dog at 1-316-219-6584.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
03V535000 on 01/04/2004
Component:
Structure:frame and members
Affected:
1,446
Defect:
On certain motorcycles assembled with an early version rolling thunder frame, a stress crack could emerge in the frame.
Consequence:
This condition could occur without any prior warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will repair the frame. owner notification began january 15, 2004. owners should contact big dog at 1-316-267-9121.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
04V523000 on 11/02/2004
Component:
Structure:motorcycle kickstand/center stand
Manufactured:
08/07/2003 - 09/22/2004
Affected:
4,457
Defect:
On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position.
Consequence:
If the kickstand deploys, it could cause a crash without prior warning.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

2003 BIGDOG CHOPPER TSBs (6)

Bulletin:
1031
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Possible contact of fender strut and swingarm. *tt
Bulletin:
1028
Component:
091100 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
2003 chopper tank mount upgrade. *mr
Bulletin:
1032
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
2003 inner primary leaking at recessed area. *mr
Bulletin:
1044
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Belt and chassis issues. drive belt noise,drive belt ratcheting, swing arm to frame contact. bigdog service bulletin w/t attachments a-h. various models including 2003 big dog pitbull, ridgeback and daytec chopper. *eh
Bulletin:
1088
Component:
341000 communications:horn assembly
Summary:
Horn harness wires may break. *tt
Bulletin:
SB-1099
Component:
091100 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Bigdog motorcycle: fuel tank vent may become flooded with fuel, causing the motorcycle to run poorly due to a fuel mixture that is too rich. *pe

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