CPSC recall 12-022, announced October 26, 2011, covers BB Buggies Bad Boy Buggies off-road utility vehicles (about 3,200 units). The steering assembly arm can break and cause the driver to lose control, posing a crash hazard. The notice cites 15 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized dealer or BB Buggies for a free replacement of the steering assembly. Recall contact: call (855) 738-3711, or go to www.badboybuggies.com.
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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 recall involves Bad Boy LT, Classic, XT, XTO and XT Safari model electric off-road utility vehicles. The utility vehicles have four wheels, bench seats for the operator and passengers and were sold in camouflage patterns, hunter green, red and black. "Bad Boy" is printed on the side or front of the vehicles.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The steering assembly arm can break and cause the driver to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 15 reports of the steering assembly arm breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized dealer or BB Buggies for a free replacement of the steering assembly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BB Buggies
- Manufacturer
- BB Buggies Inc., of Augusta, Ga., Bad Boy Enterprises LLC, of Natchez, Miss.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 12-022
- Units
- About 3,200 (Note: Bad Boy Classic buggies were previously recalled in October 2009 and in December 2010)
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Bad Boy Buggy dealers nationwide from August 2009 through June 2011 for between $7,000 and $15,000.
Bad Boy Buggies off-road utility vehicles
CPSC product type: Utility Vehicles
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact BB Buggies toll-free at (855) 738-3711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit the firm's website at www.badboybuggies.com
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