2002 Bigdog Bull Dog problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:frame And Members (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline (1) · Electrical System (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (2)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly 2008-01-11 · SB-1099 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Electrical System:horn 2006-06-30 · 1088 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
horn harness wires may break. *tt
What owners report
2004-05-27 · Structure:frame And Members“consumer received a recall notice( 03vs-53j) to repair a frame but there were no parts available!!!!!!!!!!!!! service manager chris york. *nm …”
2003-11-21 · Electrical System“the vehicle's headlights, brake and turn signal lights have failed three times. cause is unknown. the bikes engine shuts off without warning due to a defected ignition switch. dealer has been contacted. please describe further. bigdog bulldog 2003 not in system. *nlm…”
2002-05-03 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline“mnanufacturer's recall# 02d090, called dealer and parts were not in. dealer called manufacturer, and manufacturer stated would send parts in 3 weeks, but parts were not in after 3 weeks.*ak…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.