CPSC recall 06-534, announced March 9, 2006, covers American Suzuki Motor Suzuki 2005 Model Year Eiger ATVs (about 1,900 units). Certain 2005 Eiger model year ATVs were assembled with an improperly manufactured plastic fuel tank. Consumers with recalled ATVs are being sent direct notice from Suzuki. 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-F400FK5, LT-A400FK5, 5-SPEED, 5SAAK46A, 5SAAK46K.
Which products are included?
The recall involves certain Suzuki 2005 model year LT-F400FK5 and LT-A400FK5 (Eiger) ATVs. These models are available in yellow, green, or red color. Below is a list of make, model and vehicle identification numbers (VIN) involved in the recall. Year/Make Model Vehicle Identification 2005 Eiger 4WD 5-Speed LT-F400FK5 5SAAK46A*57105591 ~ 5SAAK46A*57106610 2005 Eiger 4WD Auto LT-A400FK5 5SAAK46K*57108892 ~ 5SAAK46K*57110274
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Certain 2005 Eiger model year ATVs were assembled with an improperly manufactured plastic fuel tank. The thin portion of these tanks could develop a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Suzuki has received no reports of incidents or injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers with recalled ATVs are being sent direct notice from Suzuki. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 06-534
- Units
- About 1,900
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from March 2005 through February 2006 for between $5,200 and $5,350.
- Distributor
- American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif.
Suzuki 2005 Model Year Eiger ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can call Suzuki toll-free at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.suzukicycles.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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