CPSC recall · Reported December 31, 2001
CPSC, Suzuki Announce Recall of Automatic Transmission Eiger ATVs
Suzuki Motor Corporation has determined that the Eiger automatic ATVs were produced with an internal manufacturing flaw. This flaw could cause the crankshaft to break during opera…
American Suzuki Motor Corporation, of Brea, Calif. recalled The Suzuki "Eiger" LT-A400K2 and LT-A400FK2 (two and four-wheel drive) ATVs have automati….
CPSC, Suzuki Announce Recall of Automatic Transmission Eiger ATVs was recalled by American Suzuki Motor Corporation, of Brea, Calif. in December 31, 2001. Reason: Suzuki Motor Corporation has determined that the Eiger automatic ATVs were produced with an internal manufact…. Remedy: Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their A…. Verify recall #02516 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
American Suzuki Motor Corporation, of Brea, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-Suzuki Motor Corporation has determined that the Eiger automatic ATVs were produced with an internal manufact….
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- December 31, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02516 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The Suzuki "Eiger" LT-A400K2 and LT-A400FK2 (two and four-wheel drive) ATVs have automatic transmissions. These models carry the identifications "Suzuki" and "Eiger" on both sides of the bodywork, roughly inboard of the operator's knee location. The ATVs are available in both red and green.
Reason for recall
Suzuki Motor Corporation has determined that the Eiger automatic ATVs were produced with an internal manufacturing flaw. This flaw could cause the crankshaft to break during operation. A broken crankshaft will interrupt power transfer from the engine to the transmission and the drive wheels, leaving the driver stranded away from his or her base of operation.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to be inspected and repaired. Suzuki will replace all Eiger ATVs for a new one if the unit is brought in by January 31, 2002. After that date, they will be offering a free inspection and repair. American Suzuki Motor Corporation will notify consumers directly about this recall.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02516 |
| Date reported | December 31, 2001 |
| Date initiated | December 31, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | American Suzuki Motor Corporation, of Brea, Calif. |
| Affected scope | Approximately 4,700 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to be inspected and repaired. Suzuki …
- Check the recall number (02516) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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