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TXT golf cars, Cushman shuttle vehicles and Bad Boy off-road utility vehicles

Class II - Moderate
🏠 Consumer Products Recalled: December 14, 2011 E-Z-GO, a Textron Company, of Augusta, Ga. Electronics Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (About 21,900)
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

Recall Details

Company:
E-Z-GO, a Textron Company, of Augusta, Ga.
Reason for Recall:
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.
Classification:
Class II - Moderate

Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
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.
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 Images

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Product Information

Full Description:

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.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(About 21,900)

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 12056