Bigdog Chopper DT Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 11, 2006 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 4 safety recalls on file for the Bigdog Chopper DT, across 2 model years (2004–2005). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Peak: 2005, with 1 complaints
2004: 0200402005: 120051

n = 1 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Bigdog Chopper DT years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

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

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2005 Chopper DT: 1 complaint, 4 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 DT problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling110

All Bigdog Chopper DT model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2005 Chopper DT14—Engine and Engine Cooling
2004 Chopper DT01——

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Frequently asked questions

Which Bigdog Chopper DT years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (1). 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 DT?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Bigdog Chopper DT have?

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