CPSC recall 05-263, announced September 8, 2005, covers E-Z-GO 2002-2005 gasoline-powered Fleet and Freedom Golf Cars, and Shuttle 2+2 Personnel Carriers (about 60,000 units). High engine temperatures can permit fuel to get into the air filter box, posing a risk of fire. The notice cites 12 incident reports. Owners of the recalled golf cars should contact the nearest E-Z-GO dealer to arrange for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 241-5855, or go to www.ezgo.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recall involves certain model year 2002 through 2005 E-Z-GO Fleet and E-Z-GO Freedom gasoline-powered golf cars and Shuttle 2+2 personnel carriers. The model names for the recalled products are TXT, Freedom and Shuttle 2+2. The model names are printed on the sides of the Freedom and Shuttle 2+2 vehicles, and the E-Z-GO logo is on the front of all three vehicles. The recalled vehicles have 9-horsepower engines and serial numbers ranging from 1451059 through 2341739. The serial numbers of early production vehicles are found on plates located on the passenger side dash housing. The serial numbers of late production vehicles are found on plates located on the body below the driver's seat and on the chassis between the seat back supports.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
High engine temperatures can permit fuel to get into the air filter box, posing a risk of fire.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 12 reports of fire involving these gasoline-powered golf cars. There have been no injuries reported.
Official remedy
Owners of the recalled golf cars should contact the nearest E-Z-GO dealer to arrange for a free repair. E-Z-GO and E-Z-GO dealers will contact known owners to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- E-Z-GO
- Manufacturer
- E-Z-GO, of Augusta, Ga. - A Textron Company
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 05-263
- Units
- About 60,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- E-Z-GO and independent dealers, from January 2002 through August 2005, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price ranging between $6,400 and $8,800.
E-Z-GO 2002-2005 gasoline-powered Fleet and Freedom Golf Cars, and Shuttle 2+2 Personnel Carriers
CPSC product type: Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can contact E-Z-GO at (800) 241-5855 Ext. 4558 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.ezgo.com
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