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2006 Bigdog RidgebackProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2006 Bigdog Ridgeback, most often about the tires. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Free fix at dealersOwner complaints30 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage8kTires, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 20, 2011. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2006 Bigdog Ridgeback has problems

3 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
Tires20
Power train10
Wheels10

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

2 recalls

2006 Bigdog Ridgeback 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 Ridgeback 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 Ridgeback median. How we score

'04'05'06'08
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Ridgeback owners report

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

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
Complaint 10423092 · Sep 2, 2011 · 3,500 miles

Own a 2006 Ridgeback?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.