The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·06566·Announced 2006-07-24

Suzuki Recalls 2006 Eiger ATVs Due to Suspension Bracket Welding Defect

American Suzuki Motor Corp. is recalling about 300 2006 model year Eiger ATVs because left-front suspension arm mounting brackets may not be fully welded, posing a risk of loss of control.

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 defect that poses a risk of serious injury or death, but the source text explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the rubric for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

American Suzuki Motor Corp. is recalling approximately 300 Suzuki 2006 model year Eiger ATVs. The affected models are the LT-A400K6, LT-A400FK6, and LT-F400FK6. These vehicles were sold in red, black, and green at Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from May 2006 through July 2006 for prices ranging from about $4,500 to $5,300.

The recall is due to a defect in the mounting brackets used to secure the left-front suspension arm to the ATV frame. These brackets may not have been welded completely, which could cause them to break off during riding. If this occurs, the rider could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing a risk of serious injury or death. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Suzuki is sending direct notices to consumers with the recalled ATVs. To determine if a specific vehicle is affected, consumers can check the vehicle identification number (VIN) located on the left rear side of the ATV frame at www.suzukicycles.com. For more information, consumers can call Suzuki at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
Suzuki 2006 Model Year Eiger ATVs
Category
Vehicle — All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)
Hazard
Affected units
300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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