Suzuki 2007 Model Year QuadSport Z90 ATVs
CPSC Recall #07-537 — March 19, 2007
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 07-537 |
| Recall Date | March 19, 2007 |
| Remedy Type | Repair |
| Units Affected | About 3,500 |
| Manufactured In | China |
Where It Was Sold
| Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from November 2006 through March 2007 for about $2 |
| 500. |
Product
Suzuki 2007 Model Year QuadSport Z90 ATVs
Description
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 3,500 Suzuki 2007 Model Year QuadSport Z90 ATVs. The bushing pivot mount boss on the left and right suspension arm may not have been welded completely and could break off during riding. If this occurs, the rider could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing risk of serious injury or death.Name of Product: Suzuki 2007 Model Year QuadSport Z90 ATVsUnits: About 3,500Distributors: American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif., and Montgomery Motors LTD., of Honolulu, HawaiiHazard: The bushing pivot mount boss on the left and right suspension arm may not have been welded completely and could break off during riding. If this occurs, the rider could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing risk of serious injury or death.Incidents/Injuries: Suzuki has received two reported incidents of suspension arm breakage during use. No injuries have been reported.Description: The recalled product is a Suzuki 2007 model year QuadSport Z90 ATV with model number LT-Z90K7. The model number is located on the lower right side of the ATV frame. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located on the left rear side of the ATV frame. Refer to the VIN list on www.suzukicycles.com These ATVs were sold in yellow and white colors. Writing on the ATVs includes: "QuadSport," printed in silver or white letters, "Z90," printed in red/black letters and "Suzuki," printed in black letters.Sold at: Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from November 2006 through March 2007 for about $2,500.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact the local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs are being sent direct notices from Suzuki.Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should call Suzuki Customer Service at (714) 572-1490 between 8:30 am to 4:45 pm PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.suzukicycles.com - consumers also can leave a brief message with American Suzuki Customer Service at (800) 444-5077.
Hazard
The bushing pivot mount boss on the left and right suspension arm may not have been welded completely and could break off during riding. If this occurs, the rider could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing risk of serious injury or death.
Incidents & Injuries
Suzuki has received two reported incidents of suspension arm breakage during use. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact the local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs are being sent direct notices from Suzuki.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Repair at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Repair) at no cost to you.
Yes. If you were injured by a defective consumer product — whether recalled or not — you may have grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer and potentially the retailer. A recall notice can serve as evidence that the manufacturer was aware of the defect. Injuries that may support a claim include burns, lacerations, fractures, electric shock, choking incidents, and chemical exposure. Most product liability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. Consult an attorney promptly, as statutes of limitation vary by state.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.