CPSC recall 12-056, announced December 14, 2011, covers TXT golf cars, Cushman shuttle vehicles and Bad Boy off-road utility vehicles (about 21,900 units). The threaded end of the rack rod ball joint can break and the ball joint can become displaced, causing the driver to lose steering control. The notice cites 71 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact E-Z-GO or an authorized dealer for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 774-3946, 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.
The following models are included: Model Serial Number E-Z-GO TXT Fleet golf cars 2748187 thru 2770316 E-Z-GO Freedom TXT golf cars 2748187 thru 2770316 E-Z-GO TXT shuttle vehicles 2748187 thru 2770316 Cushman Bellhop shuttle vehicles 2748187 thru 2770316 E-Z-GO ST utility vehicles 2748187 thru 2770316 Bad Boy Buggies HD, LD and LTO utility vehicles 8000035 thru 8002809 The brand and model names are printed on the side and front panels of the vehicles.
Which products are included?
The recalled vehicles are gas- and electric-powered, four-wheeled vehicles with bench seats for the driver and passengers. The following models are included: Model Serial Number E-Z-GO TXT Fleet golf cars 2748187 thru 2770316 E-Z-GO Freedom TXT golf cars 2748187 thru 2770316 E-Z-GO TXT shuttle vehicles 2748187 thru 2770316 Cushman Bellhop shuttle vehicles 2748187 thru 2770316 E-Z-GO ST utility vehicles 2748187 thru 2770316 Bad Boy Buggies HD, LD and LTO utility vehicles 8000035 thru 8002809 The brand and model names are printed on the side and front panels of the vehicles. Serial numbers are printed on a plate or label located on the exterior of the vehicle below the driver's seat.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The threaded end of the rack rod ball joint can break and the ball joint can become displaced, causing the driver to lose steering control. This can result in a crash.
Incidents and injuries
The firm is aware of 71 reports of the ball joint breaking, 13 of which resulted in the ball joint displacing. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact E-Z-GO or an authorized dealer for a free repair. E-Z-GO and E-Z-GO dealers are contacting known owners.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- E-Z-GO, a Textron
- Manufacturer
- E-Z-GO, a Textron Company, of Augusta, Ga.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 12-056
- Units
- About 21,900
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- E-Z-GO and Bad Boy dealers nationwide from February 2011 through July 2011 for between $6,650 and $10,650.
TXT golf cars, Cushman shuttle vehicles and Bad Boy off-road utility vehicles
CPSC product type: Utility Vehicles
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact E-Z-GO toll-free at (800) 774-3946 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit the firm's website at www.ezgo.com
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