Suzuki Recalls 2002 Eiger ATVs Due to Clutch Nut Loosening Hazard
Suzuki is recalling approximately 4,000 2002 Eiger ATVs because a clutch nut may loosen, causing engine damage or loss of power.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (crankshaft/clutch failure) that poses a risk of harm (stranding/loss of control) but has no reported injuries, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.
Plain-English summary
Suzuki Motor Corporation is recalling approximately 4,000 2002 Suzuki "Eiger" LT-F400K2 and LT-F400FK2 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). These models, which feature manual transmissions, were sold nationwide by Suzuki dealers from September through mid-October 2001 for between $4,199 and $4,999.
The recall addresses a defect where the nut securing the clutch shoe may come loose during operation. If the nut loosens, the clutch shoe can become loose on the crankshaft, potentially causing severe damage to the clutch wheel and crankshaft or causing the crankshaft to break. This failure interrupts power transfer from the engine to the transmission and drive wheels, which may leave the rider stranded away from their base of operation. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.
Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for the ATV to be inspected and repaired at no cost. Suzuki Motor Corporation will also notify consumers directly about this recall. For more information, consumers can contact Suzuki at (714) 572-1490 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday.
The recalled product
- Product
- 2002 Suzuki "Eiger" LT-F400K2 and LT-F400FK2 ATVs
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor Corporation of Brea, Calif.
- Category
- Vehicle — ATV
- Affected units
- 4,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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