CPSC recall 11-079, announced December 22, 2010, covers Bad Boy Enterprises Classic Buggies (about 9,300 units). The off-road vehicles can accelerate without warning, posing a risk of injury to the user and/or bystanders. The notice cites 27 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the buggies and contact their BB Buggies dealer to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (855) 738-3711, or go to www.badboybuggies.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?
This expanded recall involves all Bad Boy Classic model off-road utility vehicles manufactured from early 2003 through May 2010. Bad Boy Buggy Classic models come in camouflage patterns, hunter green, red and black colors. The XT model is not included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The off-road vehicles can accelerate without warning, posing a risk of injury to the user and/or bystanders.
Incidents and injuries
Since the October 2009 recall announcement, BB Buggies has received 27 additional reports of unexpected acceleration, including reports of arm and leg fractures.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the buggies and contact their BB Buggies dealer to schedule a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bad Boy Enterprises
- Manufacturer
- Bad Boy Enterprises LLC, of Natchez, Miss.
- Recall number
- 11-079
- Units
- About 9,300. (This recall was first announced in October 2009)
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized dealers nationwide from Spring 2003 through June 2010 for about $10,000.
Classic Buggies
CPSC product type: Dune Buggies
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact BB Buggies toll-free at (855) 738-3711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.badboybuggies.com
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