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2006 Bigdog K-9Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2006 Bigdog K-9, most often about the tires. It is covered by 4 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls4Free fix at dealersOwner complaints40 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage4kTires, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 13, 2016. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2006 Bigdog K-9 has problems

4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Tires30
Electrical system10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

4 recalls

2006 Bigdog K-9 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Motorcycle: kickstand/center stand

Recall 06V-019 · Jan 25, 2006 · 9,726 vehicles

Risk. THIS WILL ALLOW THE KICKSTAND TO DEPLOY INTO THE EXTENDED POSITION AND CAUSE A CRASH.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Bigdog.

Best & worst years

2006 vs. every other K-9 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the K-9 median. How we score

'06'07'08
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What K-9 owners report

Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

TIRE SEPERATING AT THE SPLICE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIRE TO DO THIS. YOU DO NOT HAVE MY TIRE SIZE (300/VR18) LISTED ON YOUR AUTO COMPLETE FORM. THIS IS MY SECOND COMPLAINT, NOT A DUPLICATE COMPLAINT. *TT
Complaint 10421692 · Aug 27, 2011 · 2,700 miles

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