CPSC2001-12-31
CPSC, Suzuki Announce Recall of Automatic Transmission Eiger ATVs
American Suzuki Motor Corporation, of Brea, Calif.
Hazard
Suzuki Motor Corporation has determined that the Eiger automatic ATVs were produced with an internal manufacturing flaw. This flaw could cause the crankshaft to break during operation. A broken crankshaft will interrupt power transfer from the engine to the transmission and the drive wheels, leaving the driver stranded away from his or her base of operation.
Remedy
Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to be inspected and repaired. Suzuki will replace all Eiger ATVs for a new one if the unit is brought in by January 31, 2002. After that date, they will be offering a free inspection and repair. American Suzuki Motor Corporation will notify consumers directly about this recall.
Sold at
Suzuki dealers nationwide sold these ATVs, from September through mid-October 2001, for between $4,400 and $5,200.
Affected count
Approximately 4,700
Injuries reported
There have been four incidents, in which the crankshaft broke during operation. No accidents or injuries have been reported.
Products
Suzuki "Eiger" ATV
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Suzuki at (714) 572-1490 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Suzuki-Announce-Recall-of-Automatic-Transmission-Eiger-ATVsDon't want to check this manually?
We email you a Sunday digest of new federal recalls relevant to parents — free, no credit card. Or upgrade to as-it-happens alerts for the brands you actually own.
Get the Sunday Brief