CPSC recall 03-505, announced October 25, 2002, covers Suzuki Motor All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) (approximately 300 units). Some of the ATVs were assembled with a wire harness that may have broken ground wire strands from an improperly crimped wire splice. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to be inspected and repaired. Recall contact: call (714) 572-1490.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recalled ATVs are the Suzuki "Eiger" LT- A400FK3 and the "Eiger" LT-F400FK3. They are red or green, and carry the identifications "Suzuki" and "Eiger" on both sides of the bodywork, roughly inboard of the operator's knee location.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Some of the ATVs were assembled with a wire harness that may have broken ground wire strands from an improperly crimped wire splice. Broken ground wire strands could result in electrical open circuits. An electrical open circuit could prevent the tail/stop lamp from illuminating or could cause the CDI-unit of the ignition to not function. If the CDI-unit does not function, the engine will stop running, possibly leaving the rider stranded away from his or her base of operation.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to be inspected and repaired.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Suzuki Motor
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 03-505
- Units
- Approximately 300
- Sold at / sales period
- Suzuki dealers nationwide sold these ATVs, from August 2002 to September 2002, for between $5100 and $5300.
All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Suzuki at (714) 572-1490 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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