PlainRecordsCPSC · Consumer product recall
Eiger "QuadRunner" ATV by Suzuki
- Date
- Sept. 9, 2004
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif.
- CPSC title
- CPSC, Suzuki Announce Recall of Four-Wheel Drive Eiger ATVs
- Products
- Eiger "QuadRunner" ATV by Suzuki
- Description
- The 2004 model year four-wheel drive Eiger ATVs are affected by this recall. The model numbers are LT-A400FK4 (for automatic transmission) and LT-F400FK4 (for manual transmission). The ATVs with mislocated welds were produced from May 19 through May 25, 2004. The ATVs are red, yellow, or green.
- Hazard
- Mislocated welds securing the upper front suspension arm mounting brackets to the frame. The mounting bracket could break off during riding, reducing rider control and resulting in loss of control of the ATV. Loss of control could result in a crash and severe personal injury or death.
- Remedy
- Free inspection and repair at dealership. Call your Suzuki dealer for an appointment to have your Eiger ATV inspected and, if necessary, repaired.
- Units
- About 240
- Injuries reported
- No injuries reported.
- Sold at
- Suzuki dealers nationwide, from May 28 through August 16, for $5149 (manual transmission) or $5299 (automatic transmission).
- Made in
- United States
- Consumer contact
- Call 800-444-5077 to find the nearest Suzuki dealer.
- Recall number
- 04579
What should I do? Something you own was recalled. What now?
Source: CPSC · Consumer product record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.