Bigdog Ridgeback Problems by Year
NHTSA has 19 owner complaints and 11 safety recalls on file for the Bigdog Ridgeback, across 4 model years (2004–2008). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (12). The most reported problem area overall is wheels.
Bigdog Ridgeback years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Ridgeback model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 Ridgeback: 12 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2004 Ridgeback: 4 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2006 Ridgeback: 3 complaints, 2 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 Ridgeback problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Bigdog Ridgeback model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Ridgeback | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2006 Ridgeback | 3 | 2 | — | Tires | |
| 2005 Ridgeback | 12 | 6 | — | Wheels | |
| 2004 Ridgeback | 4 | 5 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Bigdog Ridgeback years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (12), 2004 (4), 2006 (3). 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 Ridgeback?
Wheels, with 8 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Bigdog Ridgeback have?
11 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.