Safety Recall NHTSA · 06V389000 Reported October 12, 2006

Pivot bolt replacement

Q: What is recall 06V389000?

NHTSA recall 06V389000 was issued by Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc on October 12, 2006. It addresses: Pivot bolt replacement. The recall affects approximately 2,494 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc · N/A · 2,494 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

06V389000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

2,494

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

October 12, 2006

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, the long pivot bolt may bend or break during normal operation of the motorcycle.

Safety Consequence

This could potentially cause the rear fender to abrade against the rear tire while the motorcycle is being driven. this condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the long pivot bolt and, if necessary, straighten the rear frame side panel. the short left side pivot bolt and pivot shaft may also be replaced free of charge. the recall began on november 1, 2006. owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 06V389000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 06V389000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 06V389000?

NHTSA recall 06V389000 was issued by Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc on October 12, 2006. It addresses: Pivot bolt replacement. The recall affects approximately 2,494 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V389000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.