2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Daytec Chopper years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper. The most reported problem area is electrical system (3 complaints, 75%), typically at around 25,440 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 75% | 25,440 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25% | 8,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position.
Risk: If the kickstand deploys, it could cause a crash without prior warning.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and install a new kickstand unit. The recall began on december 20, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the piston in the rear master cylinder may have been improperly sized, which could cause the rear brakes to drag or lockup.
Risk: This could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will remove the piston from the rear master cylinder and replace it with a new piston. Owner notification began on april 12, 2004. Owners should contact big dog at 1-316-267-9121.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 big dog chopper. The contact received a recall letter referencing, nhtsa campaign id number: 10v180000, electrical system. The owner took the vehicle in for the recall remedy in june and they stated they had to order the parts and it would be about 2 months. At the time…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 big dog daytec chopper motorcycle. The contact stated when driving at various speeds, the headlights would intermittently fluctuate from on and off. The dealer advised that the ehc module had failed and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The current…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 bigdog daytec chopper motorcycle. The contact recently purchased the vehicle. While traveling approximately 45 mph on normal road conditions, the engine stalled without warning. The driver was unable to restart the engine and the vehicle was towed to an independent…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 big dog daytec chopper. Whenever the contact rides the vehicle, all of the electrical components shut off, including the motorcycle itself. He has taken the bike to the dealer and was informed that the ehc module failed. The contact discovered a recall for the failure…
Other Bigdog Daytec Chopper years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 4 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper?
Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Bigdog Daytec Chopper a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Daytec Chopper model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.