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CPSC, American Suzuki Motor Corp. Announce Recall of ATVs

U.S. CPSCInjuriesJul 28, 2005
Recalled TwinPeaks™ ATV
Recalled TwinPeaks™ ATV

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

A significant impact to the front wheel of the ATV, while the steering is fully turned to either side, can result in suspension damage, wear, and an eventual loss of steering control, that could result in injury or death.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled ATV should contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule the free repair.

Incidents & injuries

American Suzuki Motor Corp. has received seven reports of ball joint separation. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recall includes all 2004-2005 Suzuki LT-V700F TwinPeaks™ ATVs. These ATVs are yellow or blue in color and have "TwinPeaks" written on the fuel tank.

Sold on

Suzuki dealerships nationwide, from December 2003 to July 2005, for about $7,100.

Contact the company

Call the firm toll-free at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.suzukicycles.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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