CPSC recall · Reported March 9, 2006
American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Fire Hazard
Certain 2005 Eiger model year ATVs were assembled with an improperly manufactured plastic fuel tank. The thin portion of these tanks could develop a fuel leak, posing a fire hazar…
American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif. recalled The recall involves certain Suzuki 2005 model year LT-F400FK5 and LT-A400FK5 (Eiger) ATVs….
American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Fire Hazard was recalled by American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif. in March 9, 2006. Reason: Certain 2005 Eiger model year ATVs were assembled with an improperly manufactured plastic fuel tank. The thin…. Remedy: Consumers with recalled ATVs are being sent direct notice from Suzuki. Consumers should s…. Verify recall #06534 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-Certain 2005 Eiger model year ATVs were assembled with an improperly manufactured plastic fuel tank. The thin….
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- March 9, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06534 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 recall involves certain Suzuki 2005 model year LT-F400FK5 and LT-A400FK5 (Eiger) ATVs. These models are available in yellow, green, or red color. Below is a list of make, model and vehicle identification numbers (VIN) involved in the recall. Year/Make Model Vehicle Identification 2005 Eiger 4WD 5-Speed LT-F400FK5 5SAAK46A*57105591 ~ 5SAAK46A*57106610 2005 Eiger 4WD Auto LT-A400FK5 5SAAK46K*57108892 ~ 5SAAK46K*57110274
Reason for recall
Certain 2005 Eiger model year ATVs were assembled with an improperly manufactured plastic fuel tank. The thin portion of these tanks could develop a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers with recalled ATVs are being sent direct notice from Suzuki. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06534 |
| Date reported | March 9, 2006 |
| Date initiated | March 9, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | American Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 1,900 |
| 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 with recalled ATVs are being sent direct notice from Suzuki. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and…
- Check the recall number (06534) 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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