E-Z-GO is recalling nearly 22,000 TXT golf cars, Cushman shuttle vehicles and Bad Boy off-road utility vehicles. 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.
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.
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.
E-Z-GO and Bad Boy dealers sold the recalled vehicles nationwide from February 2011 through July 2011 for between $6,650 and $10,650. They were made in the United States.
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.
For additional information, contact E-Z-GO toll-free at (800) 774-3946 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit the firm’s website at www.ezgo.com
 E-Z-GO TXT Golf Car |  E-Z-GO Freedom TXT Golf Car |
E-Z-GO TXT Shuttle 6
Cushman Bellhop 6
E-Z-GO ST Sport Utility Vehicle
Bad Boy HD
 Bad Boy LD |  Bad Boy LTO |
