CPSC recall · Reported September 9, 2004
CPSC, Suzuki Announce Recall of Four-Wheel Drive Eiger ATVs
Mislocated welds securing the upper front suspension arm mounting brackets to the frame. The mounting bracket could break off during riding, reducing rider control and resulting i…
Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif. recalled The 2004 model year four-wheel drive Eiger ATVs are affected by this recall. The model nu….
CPSC, Suzuki Announce Recall of Four-Wheel Drive Eiger ATVs was recalled by Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif. in September 9, 2004. Reason: Mislocated welds securing the upper front suspension arm mounting brackets to the frame. The mounting bracket…. Remedy: Free inspection and repair at dealership. Call your Suzuki dealer for an appointment to h…. Verify recall #04579 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-Mislocated welds securing the upper front suspension arm mounting brackets to the frame. The mounting bracket….
- None
- agency class
- September 9, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04579 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 2004 model year four-wheel drive Eiger ATVs are affected by this recall. The model numbers are LT-A400FK4 (for automatic transmission) and LT-F400FK4 (for manual transmission). The ATVs with mislocated welds were produced from May 19 through May 25, 2004. The ATVs are red, yellow, or green.
Reason for recall
Mislocated welds securing the upper front suspension arm mounting brackets to the frame. The mounting bracket could break off during riding, reducing rider control and resulting in loss of control of the ATV. Loss of control could result in a crash and severe personal injury or death.
Remedy, what to do
Free inspection and repair at dealership. Call your Suzuki dealer for an appointment to have your Eiger ATV inspected and, if necessary, repaired.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04579 |
| Date reported | September 9, 2004 |
| Date initiated | September 9, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 240 |
| 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
Free inspection and repair at dealership. Call your Suzuki dealer for an appointment to have your Eiger ATV inspected and, if nec…
- Check the recall number (04579) 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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