CPSC recall 06-566, announced July 24, 2006, covers American Suzuki Motor Suzuki 2006 Model Year Eiger ATVs (about 300 units). The mounting brackets used to secure the left-front suspension arm to the ATV frame may not have been welded completely and could break off during riding. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. 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-A400K6, LT-A400FK6, LT-F400FK6.
Which products are included?
Only Suzuki 2006 model year LT-A400K6, LT-A400FK6 and LT-F400FK6 model ATVs with certain vehicle identification numbers are included in this recall. Refer to the VIN at www.suzukicycles.com. The vehicle identification number is located on the left rear side of the ATV frame. Eiger, printed in white letters, and QuadRunner and Suzuki are written on the side of the ATV. These ATVs were sold in red, black and green.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The mounting brackets used to secure the left-front suspension arm to the ATV frame may not have been welded completely and could break off during riding. If this occurs, the rider could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs are being sent direct notices from Suzuki.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 06-566
- Units
- About 300
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from May 2006 through July 2006 for about $4,500 for the LT-A400K6, $5,300 for the LT-A400FK6 and $5,200 for the LT-F400FK6.
- Distributor
- American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif.
Suzuki 2006 Model Year Eiger ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers should call Suzuki at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 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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