CPSC recall 07-566, announced August 3, 2007, covers Club Car Golf Cars; Rough Terrain Vehicles; and Hospitality, Utility & Transport Vehicles (about 1,900 units). The steering gear assembly can fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of steering control, posing a risk of injury to the driver and passenger. The notice reports no incidents. Not all 2007 model year vehicles are included in this recall. Recall contact: call (800) 227-0739, or go to www.clubcar.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.
Vehicles can be identified by the serial number located above and to the right of the accelerator pedal.
Which products are included?
The recall involves various 2007 model year gasoline or electric-powered vehicles used for transportation around golf courses, hotels, resorts, airports and residential communities. Vehicles can be identified by the serial number located above and to the right of the accelerator pedal.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The steering gear assembly can fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of steering control, posing a risk of injury to the driver and passenger.
Incidents and injuries
None.
Official remedy
Not all 2007 model year vehicles are included in this recall. Owners who have not already been contacted by Club Car should check the vehicle's model and serial number on the firm's Web site or by calling Club Car to determine if their vehicle is included in the recall. Owners should stop using the recalled vehicles immediately. Club Car will inspect the vehicle to determine whether a free replacement of the steering gear assembly is needed.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Club Car
- Manufacturer
- Club Car Inc., of Augusta, Ga.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 07-566
- Units
- About 1,900
- Manufactured in
- United States, South Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- Club Car dealers nationwide between April 2007 and July 2007 for between $4,000 and $12,000.
Golf Cars; Rough Terrain Vehicles; and Hospitality, Utility & Transport Vehicles
CPSC product type: Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Recall contact information
For further information, contact Club Car at (800) 227-0739 extension 3580 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.clubcar.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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