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American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles

Recalled July 24, 2006 · CPSC recall 06566 · American Suzuki Motor

Hazard

The mounting brackets used to secure the left-front suspension arm to the ATV frame may not have been welded completely and could break off during riding. If this occurs, the rider could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs are being sent direct notices from Suzuki.

Units

About 300

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

Only Suzuki 2006 model year LT-A400K6, LT-A400FK6 and LT-F400FK6 model ATVs with certain vehicle identification numbers are included in this recall. Refer to the VIN at www.suzukicycles.com. The vehicle identification number is located on the left rear side of the ATV frame. Eiger, printed in white letters, and QuadRunner and Suzuki are written on the side of the ATV. These ATVs were sold in red, black and green.

What to do

Contact

For more information, consumers should call Suzuki at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.suzukicycles.com

Product

Suzuki 2006 Model Year Eiger ATVs

Distributed by

American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif.

Retailers

Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from May 2006 through July 2006 for about $4,500 for the LT-A400K6, $5,300 for the LT-A400FK6 and $5,200 for the LT-F400FK6.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →