CPSC recall 06-509, announced November 17, 2005, covers Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700XK5 King Quad ATVs (about 19,600 units). Use of an improper tie rod adjustment procedure during assembly could lead to separation of the tie rod end housing from the attachment shaft. The notice cites 7 incident reports. 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.
Affected model numbers
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: LT-A700XK5.
Which products are included?
The recall involves Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700XK5 King Quad ATVs. They are adult-size ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. These ATVs are available in yellow, green, or red and have the King Quad model name on the side of the fuel tank.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Use of an improper tie rod adjustment procedure during assembly could lead to separation of the tie rod end housing from the attachment shaft. This could cause the rider to lose control of the ATV and result in injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
American Suzuki has received seven reports of tie rod end separation, and no reports of injuries.
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
- Brand
- Suzuki Motor
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor Corp., of Japan
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 06-509
- Units
- About 19,600
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Suzuki dealers nationwide from September 2004 through October 2005 for about $7,200.
- Distributor
- American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif., Montgomery Motors Ltd., of Honolulu, Hawaii, Suzuki Del Caribe, Inc., of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico
Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700XK5 King Quad ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
For more 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, or visit the firm's Web site at www.suzukicycles.com
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