CPSC recall 11-727, announced March 10, 2011, covers Suzuki KingQuad ATVs (about 29,000 units). Some KingQuad ATV's plastic fuel tanks were improperly manufactured and can develop a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 19 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles 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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: LT-A450X, LT-A500X, LT-A750X.
Which products are included?
This recall is for the following Suzuki KingQuad models: all 2008 to 2010 LT-A450X models, all 2009 to 2010 LT-A500X models, all 2008 to 2010 LT-A750X models and 2011 LT-A500X and LT-A750X models manufactured before December 11, 2010. The words "Suzuki KingQuad" are on the left and right sides of the fuel tank housing. Model numbers are on the left and right lower side panels above the footrests.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Some KingQuad ATV's plastic fuel tanks were improperly manufactured and can develop a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
American Suzuki has received 19 reports of fuel leaking from the recalled ATVs. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles and contact a local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with 2011 LT-A500X and LT-A750X models should call their local Suzuki ATV dealer to determine if their ATV is subject to this recall. Consumers with recalled ATVs are being sent a notice directly from Suzuki.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Manufacturing of America Corporation
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 11-727
- Units
- About 29,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from July 2007 through February 2011 for between $6,600 and $9,500.
- Distributor
- American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, California, Montgomery Motors Ltd., of Honolulu, Hawaii, Suzuki del Caribe Inc., of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico
Suzuki KingQuad ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATV)
Recall contact information
For more information, 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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