# E-Z-GO Recalls Golf Cars, Shuttles and Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2011-12-14 · 12056 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 12056
- **Date:** 2011-12-14
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

TXT golf cars, Cushman shuttle vehicles and Bad Boy off-road utility vehicles

## Hazards

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.

## Remedies

Repair

## Manufacturer(s)

E-Z-GO, a Textron Company, of Augusta, Ga.

## Retailer(s)

E-Z-GO and Bad Boy dealers nationwide from February 2011 through July 2011 for between $6,650 and $10,650.

## Country of manufacture

United States

## Description

The recalled vehicles are gas- and electric-powered, four-wheeled vehicles with bench seats for the driver and passengers. The following models are included: Model Serial Number E-Z-GO TXT Fleet golf cars 2748187 thru 2770316 E-Z-GO Freedom TXT golf cars 2748187 thru 2770316 E-Z-GO TXT shuttle vehicles 2748187 thru 2770316 Cushman Bellhop shuttle vehicles 2748187 thru 2770316 E-Z-GO ST utility vehicles 2748187 thru 2770316 Bad Boy Buggies HD, LD and LTO utility vehicles 8000035 thru 8002809 The brand and model names are printed on the side and front panels of the vehicles. Serial numbers are printed on a plate or label located on the exterior of the vehicle below the driver's seat.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/E-Z-GO-Recalls-Golf-Cars-Shuttles-and-Off-Road-Utility-Vehicles-Due-to-Crash-Hazard)
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