Suzuki recalls 2009 model year QuadSport Z400 ATVs due to risk of losing control from detached flame arrester screen. Owners must stop using immediately and contact a dealer for free repair.
The flame arrester screen can become detached from its mounting ring, preventing the throttle valve from returning to the idle position when the throttle lever is released and causing the rider to lose control of the ATV. This poses a serious hazard of injury or death.
Suzuki is recalling 2009 model year QuadSport Z400 ATVs because a flame arrester screen can detach, causing loss of control and serious injury or death. Owners must stop using these vehicles immediately and get a free repair from a Suzuki dealer.
The flame arrester screen can become detached from its mounting ring. When the throttle lever is released, the throttle valve won't return to idle, causing the ATV to lose control. This poses a serious risk of injury or death.
Owners of 2009 Suzuki QuadSport Z400 ATVs (model numbers LT-Z400K9 and LT-Z400ZK9) are affected. Riders are at highest risk due to potential loss of control.
Look for 'QuadSport Z400' or 'QuadSport Z400Z' written on the sides and left front fender. The model year is 2009, and 'Suzuki' is written on the sides of the ATV.
Stop using the recalled ATV right away to prevent loss of control.
Schedule a free repair appointment with a local Suzuki ATV dealer.
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately 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.
2009 model year LT-Z400K9 (QuadSport Z400) and LT-Z400ZK9 (QuadSport Z400 Special Edition) ATVs.
Check for 'QuadSport Z400' or 'QuadSport Z400Z' on the sides and left front fender, and confirm it's a 2009 model year.
The recall notice doesn't specify a deadline for the repair, but owners must act immediately.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Suzuki to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 435 — Suzuki Suzuki QuadSport ATVs Hello, I own a Suzuki QuadSport ATVs that is covered by recall 435 from Suzuki. The official recall notice states: Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
