2006 Suzuki LT-R450 QuadRacer Recall Notice
Brea, CA (6/3/06) - Suzuki Motor Corporation has decided that a defect which relates to product safety exists in certain 2006 model year LT-R450K6 QuadRacer ATVs. In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Suzuki Motor Corporation is conducting a voluntary Safety Recall Campaign for these ATVs.

Affected Unit Vin Range:
* Indicates the check digit.
JSAAL41A*62100089 ~ JSAAL41A*62111626


What is the problem?
Suzuki Motor Corporation has determined that certain 2006 model year QuadRacer ATVs have a rear suspension cushion lever mounting bracket on the ATV frame that can break under certain high-stress conditions. The rear suspension cushion lever, which connects the rear shock absorber and the ATV swing arm, is bolted to this mounting bracket. It is possible that very high stress from making jumps and landing with the rear brake applied can impart forces to the suspension lever mounting bracket, in the area around the bracket mounting hole, which can cause the mounting bracket to break apart. If the mounting bracket breaks apart, the rider could lose control of the ATV, possibly resulting in injury or death.



What is Suzuki doing to solve the problem?
Your dealer will inspect the frame to determine if it needs to be welded or replaced. If necessary, the dealer will replace the frame assembly. There will be no charge to you for any recall service related parts or labor.

What should you do?
Bring your ATV to your dealer for the repair. To aid your dealer and Suzuki, make sure you are prepared for the recall service by taking the following steps:
Contact your Suzuki dealer as soon as possible to set an appointment for the
recall service
Plan your personal schedule so you will not miss your recall service appointment
When you transport your ATV to the dealership, take care to protect it from damage and load it per the recommendations in the ATV's Owner's Manual
Clean your ATV thoroughly, so your dealer can perform the recall service quickly

 

Why am I not surprised.

 

it's always the first year of production of any bike or quad that has the problems. I'm lucky I didn't have problems with mine when it first came out