RecallDepth

E-Z-GO Recalls Golf Cars, Shuttles and Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard

This recall was issued December 14, 2011.

Company
E-Z-Go, A Textron Company, Of Augusta, Ga.
Posted
December 14, 2011
Recall Number
12056
Quantity
About 21,900
Official Source
View on CPSC website ↗

Reason for Recall

The threaded end of the rack rod ball joint can break and the ball joint can become displaced, causing the driver to lose steering control. This can result in a crash.

Action Taken

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.

Product Images

E-Z-GO TXT Golf Car
E-Z-GO TXT Golf Car
E-Z-GO Freedom TXT Golf Car
E-Z-GO Freedom TXT Golf Car
E-Z-GO TXT Shuttle 6
E-Z-GO TXT Shuttle 6
Cushman Bellhop 6
Cushman Bellhop 6
E-Z-GO ST Sport Utility Vehicle
E-Z-GO ST Sport Utility Vehicle
Bad Boy HD
Bad Boy HD
Bad Boy LD
Bad Boy LD
Bad Boy LTO
Bad Boy LTO

Incidents & Injuries

The firm is aware of 71 reports of the ball joint breaking, 13 of which resulted in the ball joint displacing. No injuries have been reported.