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Product recall · CPSCJune 27, 2008Serious
E-Z-GO RXV Golf Cars
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The hip restraints on the cars can detach at the base, posing a fall and injury risk to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
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.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact E-Z-GO at (800) 774-3946 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ezgo.com
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 16,500
- Recall date
- June 27, 2008
- Brand
- E-Z-GO, of Augusta, Ga. (a Textron Company)
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- E-Z-GO has received 20 reports of hip restraints breaking, including nine reports of broken bones and abrasions from falls.
E-Z-GO and independent golf car dealers nationwide from January 2008 to June 2008 for between $7,000 and $9,000.
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: “E-Z-GO Recalls RXV Golf Cars Due to Fall 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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