Recalls / 2005-03-16
CPSC, American Suzuki Motor Corporation Announce Recall of 2004-2005 Vinson and 2005 KingQuad All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
05555 · Recalled 2005-03-16 · CPSC page
Description
Suzuki 2004-2005 model year LT-A500F Vinson, Suzuki 2004-2005 model year LT-F500F Vinson, and Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700X KingQuad ATVs. Suzuki Vinson and KingQuad ATVs are adult-size ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. These ATVs are available in yellow, green, red or camouflage and have the model name (Vinson or KingQuad) on the side of the fuel tank.
Hazards
Water can enter the throttle lever case and freeze, causing the throttle lever to become stuck and fail to automatically return to the idle position when the rider releases the throttle. If the throttle lever does not automatically return to the idle position when the rider releases the throttle, the ATV will not slow down as the rider expects. The rider could lose control of the ATV and an accident resulting in injury or death could occur.
Reported injuries
Suzuki has received two reported incidents of the throttle sticking. One minor injury reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Suzuki 2004-2005 model year Vinson and 2005 KingQuad ATVs | About 30,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, California
- Sold at
- Suzuki dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, February 2005.
Consumer contact
Consumers can call American Suzuki Customer Service Department at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, and at the Web site www.suzukicycles.com
Source: CPSC recall 05555. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.