The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereCPSC·05555·Announced 2005-03-16

Suzuki Recalls 2004-2005 Vinson and 2005 KingQuad ATVs for Throttle Defect

Suzuki is recalling approximately 30,000 ATVs because water can freeze in the throttle case, causing the lever to stick and preventing the vehicle from slowing down.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (throttle sticking) that can lead to loss of control, and the source explicitly reports one minor injury, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

American Suzuki Motor Corporation is recalling approximately 30,000 2004-2005 model year Vinson and 2005 model year KingQuad all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The recall involves specific models including the LT-A500F Vinson, LT-F500F Vinson, and LT-A700X KingQuad. These adult-size ATVs are designed for riders age 16 and older and were sold nationwide by Suzuki dealers between July 2003 and February 2005.

The recall is due to a defect where water can enter the throttle lever case and freeze. This can cause the throttle lever to become stuck and fail to automatically return to the idle position when the rider releases the throttle. If this occurs, the ATV will not slow down as expected, potentially causing the rider to lose control and resulting in an accident with injury or death. Suzuki has received two reported incidents of the throttle sticking, with one minor injury reported.

Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service. Consumers can also call American Suzuki Customer Service Department at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit www.suzukicycles.com.

The recalled product

Product
Suzuki 2004-2005 model year Vinson and 2005 KingQuad ATVs
Category
Vehicle — ATV
Hazard
Affected units
30,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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