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CPSC, American Suzuki Motor Corp. Announce Recall of ATVs
Recalled July 28, 2005 · CPSC recall 05591 · American Suzuki Motor
Hazard
A significant impact to the front wheel of the ATV, while the steering is fully turned to either side, can result in suspension damage, wear, and an eventual loss of steering control, that could result in injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled ATV should contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule the free repair.
Units
About 3,400
Incidents / injuries
American Suzuki Motor Corp. has received seven reports of ball joint separation. No injuries have been reported.
Description
The recall includes all 2004-2005 Suzuki LT-V700F TwinPeaks™ ATVs. These ATVs are yellow or blue in color and have "TwinPeaks" written on the fuel tank.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled ATV should contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule the free repair.
Contact
Call the firm toll-free at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.suzukicycles.com
Product
Suzuki 2004-2005 TwinPeaks™ All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Distributed by
American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif.
Retailers
Suzuki dealerships nationwide, from December 2003 to July 2005, for about $7,100.
Made in
United States
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →