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CPSC recall · Reported February 13, 2020

Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls Gas-Powered Golf, PTV, Utility and Shuttle Off-Road Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

The starter generator wire can be improperly secured, allowing it to come into contact with the vehicle's exhaust, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
20073
Affected scope
About 20,573
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Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Ga recalled This recall involves gas-powered E-Z-GO, Cushman and Tracker brand off-road vehicles manu… — a moderate-severity action.

Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls Gas-Powered Golf, PTV, Utility and Shuttle Off-Road … was recalled by Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Ga in February 13, 2020. Reason: The starter generator wire can be improperly secured, allowing it to come into contact with the vehicle's exh…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road vehicles and contact Textro…. Verify recall #20073 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Ga issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The starter generator wire can be improperly secured, allowing it to come into contact with the vehicle's exh….

Moderate
severity level
February 13, 2020
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #20073 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #20073) was formally reported on February 13, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Ga is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 20,573.

The documented reason for this recall is: The starter generator wire can be improperly secured, allowing it to come into contact with the vehicle's exhaust, 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 off-road vehicles and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles for a free repair. Textron Specialized Vehicles is contacting all known purchasers dire… — 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 — 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.

Vehicles recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category — 9,301 vehicles recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 20,573

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves gas-powered E-Z-GO, Cushman and Tracker brand off-road vehicles manufactured from November 2018 through June 2019 with certain non-sequential serial numbers ranging from 3377720 to 3440924. The serial number is located on the kick panel below the driver side seat.

Reason for recall

The starter generator wire can be improperly secured, allowing it to come into contact with the vehicle's exhaust, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road vehicles and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles for a free repair. Textron Specialized Vehicles is contacting all known purchasers directly.

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 20073
Date reported February 13, 2020
Date initiated February 13, 2020
Recalling firm Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Ga
Affected scope About 20,573
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 off-road vehicles and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles for a free repair…

  • Check the recall number (20073) 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 gas-powered E-Z-GO, Cushman and Tracker brand off-road vehicles manufactured from November 2018 through June 2019 with certain non-sequential serial numbers ranging from 3377720 to 3440924. The serial number is located on the kick panel below the driver side seat.. Recalled by Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Ga. Units affected: About 20,573.
Why was this product recalled?
The starter generator wire can be improperly secured, allowing it to come into contact with the vehicle's exhaust, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road vehicles and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles for a free repair. Textron Specialized Vehicles is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 13, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 20073.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (20073) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported February 13, 2020.

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  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

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