Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700XK5 King Quad ATVs

Date

Nov. 17, 2005

Manufacturer

Suzuki Motor Corp., of Japan

CPSC title

CPSC, American Suzuki Motor Corp. Announce Recall of 2005 King Quad All-Terrain Vehicles

Products

Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700XK5 King Quad ATVs

Description

The recall involves Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700XK5 King Quad ATVs. They are adult-size ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. These ATVs are available in yellow, green, or red and have the King Quad model name on the side of the fuel tank.

Hazard

Use of an improper tie rod adjustment procedure during assembly could lead to separation of the tie rod end housing from the attachment shaft. This could cause the rider to lose control of the ATV and result in injury or death.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service.

Units

About 19,600

Injuries reported

American Suzuki has received seven reports of tie rod end separation, and no reports of injuries.

Sold at

Suzuki dealers nationwide from September 2004 through October 2005 for about $7,200.

Made in

Japan

Consumer contact

For more information, consumers can call American Suzuki Customer Service Department at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.suzukicycles.com

Distributor

American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif.; Montgomery Motors Ltd., of Honolulu, Hawaii; Suzuki Del Caribe, Inc., of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico

Recall number

06509

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Source: CPSC · Consumer product record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.