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CPSC recall · Reported June 30, 2015

E-Z-GO Recalls Gas-Powered Golf, Shuttle and Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

The gas tank can leak, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
15174
Affected scope
About 8,200
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E-z-go, a division of Textron Inc. and Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc., of Augusta, Ga. recalled This recall involves E-Z-GO gas-powered TXT Fleet golf cars, E-Z-GO Freedom TXT, TXT2+2 a… - a moderate-severity action.

E-Z-GO Recalls Gas-Powered Golf, Shuttle and Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by E-z-go, a division of Textron Inc. and Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc., of Augusta, Ga. in June 30, 2015. Reason: The gas tank can leak, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact E-Z-GO or an au…. Verify recall #15174 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

E-z-go, a division of Textron Inc. and Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc., of Augusta, Ga. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The gas tank can leak, posing a fire hazard..

Moderate
severity level
June 30, 2015
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15174 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #15174) was formally reported on June 30, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. E-z-go, a division of Textron Inc. and Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc., of Augusta, Ga. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 8,200.

The documented reason for this recall is: The gas tank can leak, posing a fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: 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. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 8,200

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves E-Z-GO gas-powered TXT Fleet golf cars, E-Z-GO Freedom TXT, TXT2+2 and Valor golf cars, E-Z-GO Express, E-Z-GO Terrain and Cushman Shuttle vehicles with bench seats for the driver and passengers. The E-Z-GO Terrain and the Cushman Shuttle have a cargo bed on the back. The recalled vehicles have date codes ranging from G2015 through L0515. E-Z-GO or Cushman and the model name are printed on the side and front panels of the vehicles. Date codes are printed on a plate or label inside the cab below the driver's seat. The first letter of the date code identifies the month of production in sequence, with G corresponding to January and L to May. There is no letter I. The first two numbers in the date code identify the two-digit day of production and the final two numbers identify the two-digit year of production.

Reason for recall

The gas tank can leak, posing a fire hazard.

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 contacting known owners.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 15174
Date reported June 30, 2015
Date initiated June 30, 2015
Recalling firm E-z-go, a division of Textron Inc. and Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc., of Augusta, Ga.
Affected scope About 8,200
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 (15174) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves E-Z-GO gas-powered TXT Fleet golf cars, E-Z-GO Freedom TXT, TXT2+2 and Valor golf cars, E-Z-GO Express, E-Z-GO Terrain and Cushman Shuttle vehicles with bench seats for the driver and passengers. The E-Z-GO Terrain and the Cushman Shuttle have a cargo bed on the back. The recalled vehicles have date codes ranging from G2015 through L0515. E-Z-GO or Cushman and the model name are printed on the side and front panels of the vehicles. Date codes are printed on a plate or label inside the cab below the driver's seat. The first letter of the date code identifies the month of production in sequence, with G corresponding to January and L to May. There is no letter I. The first two numbers in the date code identify the two-digit day of production and the final two numbers identify the two-digit year of production.. Recalled by E-z-go, a division of Textron Inc. and Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc., of Augusta, Ga.. Units affected: About 8,200.
Why was this product recalled?
The gas tank can leak, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers 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 contacting known owners.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 30, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15174.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (15174) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 30, 2015. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.