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American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls QuadSport ATVs Due to Crash Hazard
Recalled March 15, 2011 · CPSC recall 11728 · American Suzuki Motor
Hazard
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.
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 1,350
Incidents / injuries
American Suzuki has received 11 reports of regulator/rectifier failure. No injuries have been reported.
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.
What to do
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
Product
Suzuki QuadSport ATVs
Manufacturer(s)
Suzuki Motor Corporation
Distributed by
American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, California · Montgomery Motors Ltd., of Honolulu, Hawaii · Suzuki del Caribe Inc., of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico
Retailers
Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from September 2008 through February 2011 for between $6,500 and $6,700.
Made in
Japan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →