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Club Car Inc. Recalls Golf Cars and Other Vehicles; Mechanical Failure Can Result in Loss of Steering Control

Reported: August 3, 2007 Initiated: August 3, 2007 #07566

Product Description

The recall involves various 2007 model year gasoline or electric-powered vehicles used for transportation around golf courses, hotels, resorts, airports and residential communities. Vehicles can be identified by the serial number located above and to the right of the accelerator pedal.

Reason for Recall

The steering gear assembly can fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of steering control, posing a risk of injury to the driver and passenger.

Remedy

Not all 2007 model year vehicles are included in this recall. Owners who have not already been contacted by Club Car should check the vehicle's model and serial number on the firm's Web site or by calling Club Car to determine if their vehicle is included in the recall. Owners should stop using the recalled vehicles immediately. Club Car will inspect the vehicle to determine whether a free replacement of the steering gear assembly is needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves various 2007 model year gasoline or electric-powered vehicles used for transportation around golf courses, hotels, resorts, airports and residential communities. Vehicles can be identified by the serial number located above and to the right of the accelerator pedal.. Recalled by Club Car Inc., of Augusta, Ga.. Units affected: About 1,900.
Why was this product recalled?
The steering gear assembly can fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of steering control, posing a risk of injury to the driver and passenger.
What should consumers do?
Not all 2007 model year vehicles are included in this recall. Owners who have not already been contacted by Club Car should check the vehicle's model and serial number on the firm's Web site or by calling Club Car to determine if their vehicle is included in the recall. Owners should stop using the recalled vehicles immediately. Club Car will inspect the vehicle to determine whether a free replacement of the steering gear assembly is needed.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 3, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07566.