CPSC, American Suzuki Motor Corp. Announce Recall of 2005 King Quad All-Terrain Vehicles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-11-17). Hazards: crash. About 19,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06509 |
| Published | 2005-11-17 |
| Last updated | 2024-07-24 |
| Product category | All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Products | Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700XK5 King Quad ATVs |
| Firm named in the title | American Suzuki Motor Corp. |
| Firms | Suzuki Motor Corp., of Japan (manufacturer); American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif. (distributor); Montgomery Motors Ltd., of Honolulu, Hawaii (distributor); Suzuki Del Caribe, Inc., of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 19,600 |
| Hazard classes | crash |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Suzuki dealers nationwide from September 2004 through October 2005 for about $7,200. |
Description
The recall involves Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700XK5 King Quad ATVs. They are adult-size ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. These ATVs are available in yellow, green, or red and have the King Quad model name on the side of the fuel tank.
Hazard
Use of an improper tie rod adjustment procedure during assembly could lead to separation of the tie rod end housing from the attachment shaft. This could cause the rider to lose control of the ATV and result in injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service.
Incidents and injuries
American Suzuki has received seven reports of tie rod end separation, and no reports of injuries.
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