Aftermarket passenger foot rests (whisker bars)
Defect Summary
Big dog is recalling 38 rear passenger foot rest assemblies, part no. 163-000040-01, sold as an accessory for my 2008 ridgeback motorcycles that were built between july 16, 2007, and february 28, 2008. the subject passenger peg assemblies may resonate and cause disproportionate and/or inappropriate loading on the mounting bolts. over time, this could cause the bolts that retain the passenger peg assembly to break and allow the passenger peg assembly to detach from the motorcycle.
Safety Consequence
This condition could occur without warning and could result in injury and/or a crash.
Corrective Action
Big dog will notify owners and replace the defective whisker bars with a revised design. the recall began on april 15, 2008. owners may contact big dog at 316-219-6504.
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FAQ: Recall 08E022000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08E022000?
NHTSA recall 08E022000 was issued by Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc on March 17, 2008. It addresses: Aftermarket passenger foot rests (whisker bars). The recall affects approximately 38 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Big Dog Motorcycles, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08E022000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.