2002 Bigdog Bull DOG Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 27, 2004 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Bull DOG years
Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Bigdog Bull DOG. That ranks 2nd out of 4 Bull DOG model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%). 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 2002 Bigdog Bull DOG problems

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

Electrical System1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System133%———
Engine and Engine Cooling133%———
Structure133%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2002, with 1 complaints
2002: 1200212003: 1200312004: 120041

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2002 Bigdog Bull DOG recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Bigdog Bull DOG.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

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

Consumer received a recall notice( 03vs-53j) to repair a frame but there were no parts available!!!!!!!!!!!!! Service manager chris york. *nm

Structure · received May 27, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10074403

The vehicle's headlights, brake and turn signal lights have failed three times. Cause is unknown. The bikes engine shuts off without warning due to a defected ignition switch. Dealer has been contacted. Please describe further. Bigdog bulldog 2003 not in system. *nlm

Electrical System · received Nov 21, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10048459

Mnanufacturer's recall# 02d090, called dealer and parts were not in. Dealer called manufacturer, and manufacturer stated would send parts in 3 weeks, but parts were not in after 3 weeks.*ak

Engine and Engine Cooling · received May 3, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 8009078

Other Bigdog Bull DOG years

2004 Bull DOG →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2007 Bull DOG42
2005 Bull DOG09
2004 Bull DOG05
200230

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Bigdog Bull DOG?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, structure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Bigdog Bull DOG?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2002 Bigdog Bull DOG a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Bull DOG model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.