CPSC recall 16-706, announced November 5, 2015, covers Club Car Precedent Gas Golf and Transport Vehicles (about 11,600 units). An improperly factory-installed hose clamp can rub and wear a hole in the fuel tank, causing a leak and posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact Club Car to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call 888-227-7925, 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.
The model number is the first two letters of the serial number.
Which products are included?
The 2014-2016 Precedent gas golf and transport vehicles, which vary in size, models and colors, are used for short-distance transportation. The recalled vehicles can be identified by the model and serial numbers. Serial numbers are above and to the right of the accelerator pedal. The model number is the first two letters of the serial number. Recalled models and serial numbers include: Model Model Number Serial Number Range Precedent 12 Gas SL 1438-497172 to 1604-619273 Precedent 12L Gas SM 1503-527138 to 1603-619240 Precedent 12 4 Passenger Gas SN 1502-525626 to 1604-619488 Precedent 12 Signature Gas SU 1516-545869 to 1603-618029 Precedent 12 Signature 4 Passenger Gas SV 1506-530816 to 1546-608008
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
An improperly factory-installed hose clamp can rub and wear a hole in the fuel tank, causing a leak and posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received three reports that the air intake hose clamp rubbed the fuel tank. No incidents of fire or injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact Club Car to schedule a free repair. Club Car is contacting owners of the recalled golf and transport vehicles directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Club Car
- Manufacturer
- Club Car LLC, of Augusta, Ga.
- Recall number
- 16-706
- Units
- About 11,600
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Club Car dealers nationwide between July 2014 and August 2015 for between $5,000 and $9,000.
Precedent Gas Golf and Transport Vehicles
CPSC product type: Golf Carts
Recall contact information
Club Car toll-free at 888-227-7925 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.clubcar.com and click on "Safety Info" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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