Bigdog Chopper Problems by Year
NHTSA has 26 owner complaints and 14 safety recalls on file for the Bigdog Chopper, across 5 model years (2003–2007). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Bigdog Chopper years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Chopper model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 Chopper: 11 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2004 Chopper: 10 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2005 Chopper: 5 complaints, 7 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 Chopper problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Bigdog Chopper model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Chopper | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2006 Chopper | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2005 Chopper | 5 | 7 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2004 Chopper | 10 | 6 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2003 Chopper | 11 | 3 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Bigdog Chopper years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (11), 2004 (10), 2005 (5). 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 Chopper?
Electrical System, with 8 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Bigdog Chopper have?
14 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.