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Fall / CollapseJuly 8, 2010CPSC #10747

All Terrain Vehicles Recalled by American Suzuki Motor Corp. Due to Loss of Control Hazard

Brand
Unknown
Product
ATVs & Off-Road
Units affected
1,355
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

This recall involves all Suzuki 2009 model year LT-Z400K9 (QuadSport Z400) and LT-Z400ZK9 (QuadSport Z400 Special Edition) ATVs. "QuadSport Z400" or "QuadSport Z400Z" is written on the sides and left front fender of the ATV. "Suzuki" is written on the sides of the ATV.

Hazard

The flame arrester screen can become detached from its mounting ring, preventing the throttle valve from returning to the idle position when the throttle lever is released and causing the rider to lose control of the ATV. This poses a serious hazard of injury or death.

Injuries

American Suzuki has received two reports of flame arrester screens detaching from the mounting ring. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

Japan

Where it was sold

  • Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from September 2008 through June 2010 for between $6,500 and $6,700.

Photos

Recalled ATV
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