Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc | NHTSA Recall #02V016000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V016000 by Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc. Includes 286 affected units, BIG DOG/REAR FENDER, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On some motorcycles, the rear fender front mounting tabs securing the rear fender can fracture, causing the rear fender to break away from the frame and drop onto the rear tire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the welded tabs that partially support the rear fender, located under the seat, with two bolted-on fender clamps. the fender will be removed from the bike so that the mounting holes for the clamp can be drilled and then reinstalled with the addition of a backing plate for added rigidity. owner notification began april 15, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact big dog at 1-316-267-2597.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V016000

Manufacturer: Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc

Report Received Date: 2002-01-15T00:00:00

Subject: Big dog/rear fender

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 286

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On some motorcycles, the rear fender front mounting tabs securing the rear fender can fracture, causing the rear fender to break away from the frame and drop onto the rear tire.

Consequence Summary: This could result in tire damage and unintended braking action.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the welded tabs that partially support the rear fender, located under the seat, with two bolted-on fender clamps. the fender will be removed from the bike so that the mounting holes for the clamp can be drilled and then reinstalled with the addition of a backing plate for added rigidity. owner notification began april 15, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact big dog at 1-316-267-2597.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-nrud~t7hm-hbrb

NHTSA ID: 02V016000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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