2004-2005 Eiger and Vinson ATVs

CPSC Recall #05-521 — December 6, 2004

Recall #05-521 Date: December 6, 2004

Product

2004-2005 Eiger and Vinson ATVs

Description

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif. is voluntarily recalling about 27,000 2004-2005 Eiger and Vinson ATVs. Recalled ATVs were assembled with an incorrectly sized mounting bolt under the fuel tank. This could result in fuel leakage presenting a fire safety hazard and risk of injury or death.Name of Product: 2004-2005 Eiger and Vinson ATVsUnits: About 27,000Distributor: American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif.Hazard: Recalled ATVs were assembled with an incorrectly sized mounting bolt under the fuel tank. This could result in fuel leakage presenting a fire safety hazard and risk of injury or death.Incidents/Injuries: ASMC has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.Description: Suzuki 2004 and 2005 models Eiger ATVs - LT-A400K4, LT-A400FK4, LT-F400K4, LT-F400FK4, Vinson ATVs- KT-A500FK4, LT-F500FK4, Eiger ATVs - LT-A500FK5, LT-F500FK5 are all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) that are designed for use by riders age 16 and older.Sold by: Suzuki motorcycle/ATV dealers from August 2, 2003 to August 26, 2004Manufactured in: Rome, Ga.Remedy: Consumers should take their affected ATV to an authorized Suzuki dealership. The dealer will replace the fuel petcock-mounting bolt and sealing washers at no charge to the consumer.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the American Suzuki Customer Service Department at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday on their website www.suzukicycles.com.

Hazard

Recalled ATVs were assembled with an incorrectly sized mounting bolt under the fuel tank. This could result in fuel leakage presenting a fire safety hazard and risk of injury or death.

Incidents / Injuries

ASMC has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Units Affected

About 27,000

Sold At

Suzuki motorcycle/ATV dealers from August 2, 2003 to August 26, 2004.

Manufactured In

Rome, GA