Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc | NHTSA Recall #03V230000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V230000 by Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc. Includes 845 affected units, BIG DOG/FUEL TANK MOUNT WELDING, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V230000

Manufacturer: Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc

Report Received Date: 2003-06-23T00:00:00

Subject: Big dog/fuel tank mount welding

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 845

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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 Summary: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 03V230000

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Created At: 1742808662

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