Safety regulator, American Suzuki Motor Corp. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles
Recall 05567 · Apr 29, 2005 · American Suzuki Motor Corp.
1,540
units affected
1,540
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 05567
- Date
- Apr 29, 2005
- Company
- American Suzuki Motor Corp.
- Units affected
- 1,540
- Product
- Suzuki 2005 Model Year Eiger and Vinson ATVs
- Product type
- All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recall includes Suzuki 2005 model year Eiger and Vinson ATVs. Only Model LT-A400FK5 ATVs with ending VIN from 57104462 through 57105157, Model LT-F400FK5 ATVs with ending VIN from 57103131 through 57103730, and Model LT-A500FK5 ATVs with ending VIN from 57105616 through 57106276 are included in the recall. (Note: not all VINs within the above ranges are affected.) The VIN is stamped on the ATV frame and can be seen by looking between the left rear tire and fender.
What can happen
The fuel petcock inserts were made with incorrect material, that does not correctly bond the fuel tank and petcock insert, which could allow fuel leakage. If this occurs, a fire hazard with the possibility of injury and property damage could result.
The fix
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled ATV should contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule the free repair. If consumers are unsure if their ATV is affected, they should contact Suzuki. Consumers should have the vehicle identification number (VIN) of the ATV available when they call.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- There have been no reported incidents of fire or injury.
- Sold at
- Suzuki dealerships nationwide, from December 2004 through April 2005, for between $5,199 and $6,699.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled suzuki 2005 model year eiger and vinson atvs?
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled ATV should contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule the free repair. If consumers are unsure if their ATV is affected, they should contact Suzuki. Consumers should have.
What is the hazard?
The fuel petcock inserts were made with incorrect material, that does not correctly bond the fuel tank and petcock insert, which could allow fuel leakage. If this occurs, a fire hazard with the possibility of injury and property damage could result.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.