CPSC recall 14-153, announced April 22, 2014, covers E-Z-GO Division of Textron Golf cars, shuttles and off-road utility vehicles (about 30,000 units). The steering wheel nut may not have been tightened sufficiently, reducing the driver's steering control. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact E-Z-GO or an authorized dealer for a free repair. Recall contact: call (855) 738-3711, 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.
Serial numbers are printed on a plate or label inside the cab below the driver's seat.
Which products are included?
This recall involves E-Z-GO, Cushman and Bad Boy Buggies brand gas- and electric-powered, four-wheeled vehicles with bench seats for the driver and passengers. Recalled E-Z-GO and Cushman vehicles have serial numbers from 2823208 to 2850425 and from 3000001 to 3003187. Bad Boy Buggies vehicles have serial numbers from 8005089 to 8006013. 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 inside the cab below the driver's seat. The following vehicles are being recalled: E-Z-GO TXT Fleet golf cars E-Z-GO Freedom TXT, Shuttle 2+2 TXT and Valor personal golf cars all with one bench seat and one rear-facing seat E-Z-GO Express with two bench seats and one rear-facing seat, E-Z-GOTerrain with a cargo bed Cushman Shuttle vehicles Bad Boy Buggies HD, LD, LTO, and LT Safari utility vehicles
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The steering wheel nut may not have been tightened sufficiently, reducing the driver's steering control. This can result in a crash.
Incidents and injuries
The firm is aware of one incident reportedly involving an insufficiently tightened steering wheel nut and reduced steering control, in which the vehicle went over a curb and a passenger received a chipped tooth.
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 already contacting known owners.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- E-Z-GO Division of Textron
- Manufacturer
- E-Z-GO Division of Textron Inc., of Augusta, Ga.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 14-153
- Units
- About 30,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- E-Z-GO, Cushman and Bad Boy Buggies dealers nationwide from August 2012 through February 2013 for between $6,650 and $10,650.
Golf cars, shuttles and off-road utility vehicles
CPSC product type: Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Recall contact information
E-Z-GO toll-free at (855) 738-3711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday; or online at www.ezgo.com and click on Product Recall Information or at www.badboybuggies.com and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the page for more information.
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