CPSC recall · Reported April 22, 2014
E-Z-GO Recalls Golf, Shuttle, Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard
The steering wheel nut may not have been tightened sufficiently, reducing the driver's steering control. This can result in a crash.
E-z-go Division of Textron Inc., of Augusta, Ga. recalled This recall involves E-Z-GO, Cushman and Bad Boy Buggies brand gas- and electric-powered,….
E-Z-GO Recalls Golf, Shuttle, Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard was recalled by E-z-go Division of Textron Inc., of Augusta, Ga. in April 22, 2014. Reason: The steering wheel nut may not have been tightened sufficiently, reducing the driver's steering control. This…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact E-Z-GO or an au…. Verify recall #14153 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
E-z-go Division of Textron Inc., of Augusta, Ga. issued this CPSC recall-The steering wheel nut may not have been tightened sufficiently, reducing the driver's steering control. This….
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- April 22, 2014
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14153 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 - 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 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
Reason for recall
The steering wheel nut may not have been tightened sufficiently, reducing the driver's steering control. This can result in a crash.
Remedy, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14153 |
| Date reported | April 22, 2014 |
| Date initiated | April 22, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | E-z-go Division of Textron Inc., of Augusta, Ga. |
| Affected scope | About 30,000 |
| 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 vehicles and contact E-Z-GO or an authorized dealer for a free repair. E-Z-G…
- Check the recall number (14153) 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
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