American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls QuadSport ATVs Due to Crash Hazard

Hazard

The regulator/rectifier circuit board can fail and cause the engine to stall during riding due to an insufficient battery charge, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles and contact a local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with recalled ATVs are being sent a notice directly from Suzuki.

Repair

Incidents & injuries

American Suzuki has received 11 reports of regulator/rectifier failure. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

This recall affects all 2009 LT-Z400 and LT-Z400Z QuadSport ATVs. The words "QuadSport" and the model number are written on the front left fender of the ATV.

Sold on

Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from September 2008 through February 2011 for between $6,500 and $6,700.

Contact the company

For more information, contact Suzuki at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.suzukicycles.com