2006 Big Dog Ridgeback Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Ridgeback years
- Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Big Dog Ridgeback. That ranks 3rd out of 4 Ridgeback model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is tires (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 7,750 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Big Dog Ridgeback 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | 67% | 7,750 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | 3,700 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 33% | 3,700 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Big Dog Ridgeback recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Problem: On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit.
Risk: This could possibly result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the existing circuit breaker located between the voltage regulator positive battery lead (b+ lead) and the positive battery terminal with an alternative circuit protection device that will prevent a thermal event if there is a short to ground. The recall began on october 1, 2007. Owners may contact big dog at 1-316-219-9129 or email to [email protected].
Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand.
Risk: This will allow the kickstand to deploy into the extended position and cause a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a new kickstand spring free of charge. The recall began on february 17, 2006. Owners may contact big dog at 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.
Had purchased at avon cobra 300 mm tire and at 1000 miles has a open join from manufacturing defect. *tr
Purchased a avon tire from drag specialties 300mm. After about 3500 miles the tire started to separate(open join) they said it was a warranty issue. Paid $80 to ship back and they gave me a $125 credit. Not happy. *tr
2006 big dog ridgeback. There is a recall on the 2005 year model. The nhtsa campaign # is 05v432000 for bolts on rear hub assembly backing out. I had the same problem with my 2006 ridgeback. The bolts backed out hit the frame putting me into an intermittent lock up then bolts broke away from the…
Other Big Dog Ridgeback years
← 2005 Ridgeback · 2008 Ridgeback →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Ridgeback | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 | 3 | 2 |
| 2005 Ridgeback | 12 | 6 |
| 2004 Ridgeback | 4 | 5 |
See all Big Dog Ridgeback problems by year, every Big Dog model, or the VIN decoder.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Big Dog Ridgeback?
Owners most often report tires, power train, wheels problems. The top one, tires, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Big Dog Ridgeback?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Big Dog Ridgeback a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Ridgeback model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.