Brea, CA (6/3/06) - Suzuki Motor
Corporation has decided that a defect which relates
to product safety exists in certain 2006 model year
LT-R450K6 QuadRacer ATVs. In cooperation with the
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Suzuki
Motor Corporation is conducting a voluntary Safety
Recall Campaign for these ATVs.
Affected Unit Vin Range: |
* Indicates the check
digit. |
JSAAL41A*62100089
~ JSAAL41A*62111626 |
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What is the problem?
Suzuki
Motor Corporation has determined that certain 2006
model year QuadRacer ATVs have a rear suspension
cushion lever mounting bracket on the ATV frame
that can break under certain high-stress conditions.
The rear suspension cushion lever, which connects
the rear shock absorber and the ATV swing arm, is
bolted to this mounting bracket. It is possible
that very high stress from making jumps and landing
with the rear brake applied can impart forces to
the suspension lever mounting bracket, in the area
around the bracket mounting hole, which can cause
the mounting bracket to break apart. If the mounting
bracket breaks apart, the rider could lose control
of the ATV, possibly resulting in injury or death.
What is Suzuki doing to solve the problem?
Your dealer will inspect the frame to determine
if it needs to be welded or replaced. If necessary,
the dealer will replace the frame assembly. There
will be no charge to you for any recall service
related parts or labor.
What should you do?
Bring your ATV to your dealer for the repair.
To aid your dealer and Suzuki, make sure you
are prepared for the recall service by taking
the following steps: |
- Contact your Suzuki dealer as soon as
possible to set an appointment for the
recall service
- Plan your personal schedule so you will
not miss your recall service appointment
- When you transport your ATV to the dealership,
take care to protect it from damage and
load it per the recommendations in the ATV's
Owner's Manual
- Clean your ATV thoroughly, so your dealer
can perform the recall service quickly
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Who to contact if you experience problems?
Your Suzuki dealer can provide you the fastest response
to your questions or concerns about the frame program.
If you have any difficulty with this recall campaign
you may contact the American Suzuki Customer Service
Department for assistance using the direct Customer
Service telephone line at 714-572-1490. Please have
your vehicle identification number ready when calling.
You may also leave a brief message at 800-444-5077
and a representative from the American Suzuki Customer
Service Department will get in contact with you.
We deeply regret and apologize for any inconvenience
this recall campaign causes you. We earnestly hope
you understand that your safety, satisfaction and
riding pleasure are priorities for Suzuki.
Sincerely,
American Suzuki Motor Corporation