The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11728·Announced 2011-03-15

Suzuki Recalls QuadSport ATVs Due to Engine Stall and Crash Hazard

Suzuki is recalling about 1,350 QuadSport ATVs because a faulty circuit board can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What this means for you

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 risk-of-harm product (ATV crash hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Suzuki Motor Corporation is recalling approximately 1,350 2009 LT-Z400 and LT-Z400Z QuadSport ATVs. The recall is due to a defect in the regulator/rectifier circuit board, which can fail and cause the engine to stall during riding due to an insufficient battery charge. This malfunction increases the risk of a crash.

The affected vehicles were sold at Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from September 2008 through February 2011 for between $6,500 and $6,700. American Suzuki has received 11 reports of regulator/rectifier failure, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles and contact a local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Suzuki is sending notices directly to consumers with recalled ATVs. For more information, consumers can contact Suzuki at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.suzukicycles.com.

The recalled product

Product
Suzuki QuadSport ATVs
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor Corporation
Category
Vehicle — ATV
Hazard
Affected units
1,350

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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