E-Z-GO Recalls RXV Golf Cars Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-06-27). Hazards: fall. About 16,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08591 |
| Published | 2008-06-27 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts |
| Products | RXV Golf Cars |
| Firm named in the title | E-Z-GO |
| Firms | E-Z-GO, of Augusta, Ga. (a Textron Company) (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 16,500 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Sold | E-Z-GO and independent golf car dealers nationwide from January 2008 to June 2008 for between $7,000 and $9,000. |
Description
This recall involves electric and gasoline-powered Fleet RXV, Freedom RXV and RXV Shuttle 2+2 golf cars. The model names and the E-Z-GO logo are printed on the sides and front panel of all three vehicles. Serial numbers ranging from 9300001 to 9300188 and 5000000 to 5021328 are printed on a plate attached to the steering column, and the front and rear frames.
Hazard
The hip restraints on the cars can detach at the base, posing a fall and injury risk to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should contact the nearest E-Z-GO dealer to arrange for a free repair. E-Z-GO and E-Z-GO dealers are contacting known owners.
Incidents and injuries
E-Z-GO has received 20 reports of hip restraints breaking, including nine reports of broken bones and abrasions from falls.
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