CPSC recall · Reported October 26, 2011
Bad Boy Buggies Recalled by BB Buggies Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard
The steering assembly arm can break and cause the driver to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
Bb Buggies Inc., of Augusta, Ga. recalled This recall involves Bad Boy LT, Classic, XT, XTO and XT Safari model electric off-road u….
Bad Boy Buggies Recalled by BB Buggies Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard was recalled by Bb Buggies Inc., of Augusta, Ga. in October 26, 2011. Reason: The steering assembly arm can break and cause the driver to lose control, posing a crash hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an auth…. Verify recall #12022 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Bb Buggies Inc., of Augusta, Ga. issued this CPSC recall-The steering assembly arm can break and cause the driver to lose control, posing a crash hazard..
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- October 26, 2011
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12022 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
This recall involves Bad Boy LT, Classic, XT, XTO and XT Safari model electric off-road utility vehicles. The utility vehicles have four wheels, bench seats for the operator and passengers and were sold in camouflage patterns, hunter green, red and black. "Bad Boy" is printed on the side or front of the vehicles.
Reason for recall
The steering assembly arm can break and cause the driver to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized dealer or BB Buggies for a free replacement of the steering assembly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12022 |
| Date reported | October 26, 2011 |
| Date initiated | October 26, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Bb Buggies Inc., of Augusta, Ga. |
| Affected scope | About 3,200 (Note: Bad Boy Classic buggies were previously recalled in October 2009 and in December 2010) |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized dealer or BB Buggies for a free r…
- Check the recall number (12022) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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