2006 Bigdog BIG DOG Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 22, 2008 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other BIG DOG years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2006 Bigdog BIG DOG. That is the most of any BIG DOG model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is structure (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 3,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2006 Bigdog BIG DOG problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Structure1 · ~3,000 mi
Tires1 · ~3,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure1100%3,000——
Tires1100%3,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2006 Bigdog BIG DOG recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Bigdog BIG DOG.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Purchased a sinclair lx 150cc scooter (big chief brand...not listed so i chose big dog brand) from gs motorworks june 2006. Had multiple mechanical problems with this vehicle after about 500 miles - mostly involving loose bolts or bolts that were insufficiently sized to fit in the vehicle's body…

Structure · received May 22, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10228702

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2005 BIG DOG01

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Bigdog BIG DOG?

Owners most often report structure, tires problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Bigdog BIG DOG?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 Bigdog BIG DOG a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other BIG DOG model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.