Big Dog K-9 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 13, 2016 · 9 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 9 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Big Dog K-9, across 3 model years (2006–2008). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is tires.

Peak: 2007, with 5 complaints
2006: 4200642007: 5200752008: 020080

n = 9 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Big Dog K-9 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No K-9 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2007 K-9: 5 complaints, 1 recall
  2. 2006 K-9: 4 complaints, 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 Big Dog K-9 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Tires620
Electrical System220
Power Train110

All Big Dog K-9 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2008 K-902——
2007 K-951—Tires
2006 K-944—Tires

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Frequently asked questions

Which Big Dog K-9 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (5), 2006 (4). 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 Big Dog K-9?

Tires, with 6 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Big Dog K-9 have?

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