CPSCMarch 15, 2011

American Suzuki Motor Corp. QuadSport ATVs recall: Crash Hazard

American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls QuadSport ATVs Due to Crash Hazard

Why was American Suzuki Motor Corp. QuadSport ATVs recalled?

The regulator/rectifier circuit board can fail and cause the engine to stall during riding due to an insufficient battery charge, increasing the risk of a crash.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles 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. Contact: 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

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Suzuki QuadSport ATVs
Company
Suzuki Motor Corporation, American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, California, Montgomery Motors Ltd., of Honolulu, Hawaii, Suzuki del Caribe Inc., of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico
Quantity
About 1,350
Sold at
Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from September 2008 through February 2011 for between $6,500 and $6,700.
Recall date
March 15, 2011
Incidents / injuries
American Suzuki has received 11 reports of regulator/rectifier failure. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall affects all 2009 LT-Z400 and LT-Z400Z QuadSport ATVs. The words "QuadSport" and the model number are written on the front left fender of the ATV.

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