KingQuad 750 all-terrain vehicles recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 28, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Suzuki Recalls KingQuad ATVs Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

17721

Brand / firm

Suzuki Manufacturing of America Corporation, of Rome, Ga.

Sold / distributed

Suzuki ATV dealers nationwide from September 2015 through November 2016 for between $8,600 and $9,600.

Why it was recalled

The ATV's battery can fail and cause the engine to stop running while in use, posing a crash hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves model year 2016 and 2017 LT-A750X and LT-A750XP KingQuad ATVs. "Suzuki KingQuad" and "4x4 750AXi" are on decals on the sides. The model number is printed on a hang tag on the ATV and on the owner's manual. The XP model has power steering. They were sold in green, red, camouflage and black colors.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact a local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with recalled ATVs are being sent a notice directly from Suzuki.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.