CPSC recall 10-747, announced July 8, 2010, covers American Suzuki Motor Suzuki QuadSport ATVs (about 1,355 units). The flame arrester screen can become detached from its mounting ring, preventing the throttle valve from returning to the idle position when the throttle lever is released and causing the rider to lose control of the ATV. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a 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-Z400K9, Z400, LT-Z400ZK9.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all Suzuki 2009 model year LT-Z400K9 (QuadSport Z400) and LT-Z400ZK9 (QuadSport Z400 Special Edition) ATVs. "QuadSport Z400" or "QuadSport Z400Z" is written on the sides and left front fender of the ATV. "Suzuki" is written on the sides of the ATV.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The flame arrester screen can become detached from its mounting ring, preventing the throttle valve from returning to the idle position when the throttle lever is released and causing the rider to lose control of the ATV. This poses a serious hazard of injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
American Suzuki has received two reports of flame arrester screens detaching from the mounting ring. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with recalled ATVs are being sent a notice directly from Suzuki.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 10-747
- Units
- About 1,355
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from September 2008 through June 2010 for between $6,500 and $6,700.
- Distributor
- American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, California, Montgomery Motors, Ltd., of Honolulu, Hawaii, Suzuki del Caribe Inc., of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico
Suzuki QuadSport ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATV)
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can contact Suzuki at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.suzukicycles.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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