Bigdog Bulldog Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 27, 2011 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 14 safety recalls on file for the Bigdog Bulldog, across 4 model years (2002–2007). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is tires.

Peak: 2007, with 4 complaints
2002: 3200232004: 0200402005: 0200502007: 420074

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Bigdog Bulldog years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Bulldog model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2007 Bulldog: 4 complaints, 2 recalls
  2. 2002 Bulldog: 3 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Bigdog Bulldog problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Tires310
Electrical System220
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Structure110

All Bigdog Bulldog model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2007 Bulldog42—Tires
2005 Bulldog09——
2004 Bulldog05——
2002 Bulldog30—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Bigdog Bulldog years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (4), 2002 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Bigdog Bulldog?

Tires, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Bigdog Bulldog have?

14 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.