CPSC2006-03-09
American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Fire Hazard
American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif.
Hazard
Certain 2005 Eiger model year ATVs were assembled with an improperly manufactured plastic fuel tank. The thin portion of these tanks could develop a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers with recalled ATVs are being sent direct notice from Suzuki. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Sold at
Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from March 2005 through February 2006 for between $5,200 and $5,350.
Affected count
About 1,900
Injuries reported
Suzuki has received no reports of incidents or injuries.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Suzuki 2005 Model Year Eiger ATVs
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can call Suzuki toll-free at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.suzukicycles.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/American-Suzuki-Motor-Corp-Recalls-All-Terrain-Vehicles-for-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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