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Product recall · CPSCDecember 7, 2011Serious
Club Car Golf Cars Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The fuel tank seam can separate and allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled golf cars and contact Club Car for a free inspection and replacement of the fuel tank. The firm is directly contacting consumers who purchased the golf cars.
Who to contact: For more information, contact Club Car at (800) 227-0739 ext. 3580 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.clubcar.com
The product
This recall involves following 2011 Precedent golf cars. The model and serial numbers are located above the passenger's side floor board. "Club Car" is printed on the front of the golf cars. Recalled Precedent Golf Cars Model Serial Number Range CF CF1139-233925 - CF1147-250173 PR PR1139-233918 - PR1147-249956 PY PY1144-244648
Details
- Units affected
- About 600
- Recall date
- December 7, 2011
- Brand
- Club Car LLC, of Augusta, Ga.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Club Car has received three reports of incidents involving fuel tank seams splitting. No injuries or fires have been reported.
Authorized Club Car dealers nationwide from April 2011 through May 2011 for between $8,000 and $9,200.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Club Car Recalls Golf Cars Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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