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Recall Details
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March 9, 2006 |
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Product: Suzuki 2005 Model Year Eiger ATVs
Units: About 1,900
Distributor: American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif.
Hazard: 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/Injuries: Suzuki has received no reports of incidents or injuries.
Description: 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 |
Manufactured In: United States
Sold by: Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from March 2005 through February 2006 for between $5,200 and $5,350.
What to Do: 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.
Consumer Contact: 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
Note: Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic. Please visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners to search for statements related to this or other topics.
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission ordered recall or a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with the CPSC.
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