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CPSC recall · Reported October 25, 2002

CPSC, Suzuki Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

Some of the ATVs were assembled with a wire harness that may have broken ground wire strands from an improperly crimped wire splice. Broken ground wire strands could result in ele…

Recall #
03505
Affected scope
Approximately 300
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Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif. recalled The recalled ATVs are the Suzuki "Eiger" LT- A400FK3 and the "Eiger" LT-F400FK3. They are… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Suzuki Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) was recalled by Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif. in October 25, 2002. Reason: Some of the ATVs were assembled with a wire harness that may have broken ground wire strands from an improper…. Remedy: Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their A…. Verify recall #03505 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Some of the ATVs were assembled with a wire harness that may have broken ground wire strands from an improper….

Moderate
severity level
October 25, 2002
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03505 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #03505) was formally reported on October 25, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as Approximately 300.

The documented reason for this recall is: Some of the ATVs were assembled with a wire harness that may have broken ground wire strands from an improperly crimped wire splice. Broken ground wire strands could result in electrical open circuits. An electrical ope… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to be inspected and repaired. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

Approximately 300

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled ATVs are the Suzuki "Eiger" LT- A400FK3 and the "Eiger" LT-F400FK3. They are red or green, and carry the identifications "Suzuki" and "Eiger" on both sides of the bodywork, roughly inboard of the operator's knee location.

Reason for recall

Some of the ATVs were assembled with a wire harness that may have broken ground wire strands from an improperly crimped wire splice. Broken ground wire strands could result in electrical open circuits. An electrical open circuit could prevent the tail/stop lamp from illuminating or could cause the CDI-unit of the ignition to not function. If the CDI-unit does not function, the engine will stop running, possibly leaving the rider 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.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 03505
Date reported October 25, 2002
Date initiated October 25, 2002
Recalling firm Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif.
Affected scope Approximately 300
Distribution Not disclosed
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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.

  • Check the recall number (03505) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled ATVs are the Suzuki "Eiger" LT- A400FK3 and the "Eiger" LT-F400FK3. They are red or green, and carry the identifications "Suzuki" and "Eiger" on both sides of the bodywork, roughly inboard of the operator's knee location.. Recalled by Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif.. Units affected: Approximately 300.
Why was this product recalled?
Some of the ATVs were assembled with a wire harness that may have broken ground wire strands from an improperly crimped wire splice. Broken ground wire strands could result in electrical open circuits. An electrical open circuit could prevent the tail/stop lamp from illuminating or could cause the CDI-unit of the ignition to not function. If the CDI-unit does not function, the engine will stop running, possibly leaving the rider stranded away from his or her base of operation.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to be inspected and repaired.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 25, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03505.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (03505) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported October 25, 2002. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.