CPSC recall 05-555, announced March 16, 2005, covers American Suzuki Motor Suzuki 2004-2005 model year Vinson and 2005 KingQuad ATVs (about 30,000 units). Water can enter the throttle lever case and freeze, causing the throttle lever to become stuck and fail to automatically return to the idle position when the rider releases the throttle. The notice cites 2 incident reports and 1 injury. Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service. Recall contact: call (800) 444-5077, or go to www.suzukicycles.com.
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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: LT-A500F, LT-F500F, LT-A700X.
Which products are included?
Suzuki 2004-2005 model year LT-A500F Vinson, Suzuki 2004-2005 model year LT-F500F Vinson, and Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700X KingQuad ATVs. Suzuki Vinson and KingQuad ATVs are adult-size ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. These ATVs are available in yellow, green, red or camouflage and have the model name (Vinson or KingQuad) on the side of the fuel tank.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Water can enter the throttle lever case and freeze, causing the throttle lever to become stuck and fail to automatically return to the idle position when the rider releases the throttle. If the throttle lever does not automatically return to the idle position when the rider releases the throttle, the ATV will not slow down as the rider expects. The rider could lose control of the ATV and an accident resulting in injury or death could occur.
Incidents and injuries
Suzuki has received two reported incidents of the throttle sticking. One minor injury reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 05-555
- Units
- About 30,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Suzuki dealers sold these ATVs nationwide between July 2003 and February 2005.
- Distributor
- American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, California
Suzuki 2004-2005 model year Vinson and 2005 KingQuad ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
Consumers can call American Suzuki Customer Service Department at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, and at the Web site www.suzukicycles.com
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