CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The steering assembly arm can break and cause the driver to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
Bad Boy Buggies Recalled by BB Buggies Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard
This recall involves Bad Boy LT, Classic, XT, XTO and XT Safari model electric off-road utility vehicles. The utility vehicles have four wheels, bench seats for the operator and passengers and were sold in camouflage patterns, hunter green, red and black. "Bad Boy" is printed on the side or front of the vehicles.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized dealer or BB Buggies for a free replacement of the steering assembly.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact BB Buggies toll-free at (855) 738-3711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit the firm's website at www.badboybuggies.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Bad Boy Buggy dealers nationwide from August 2009 through June 2011 for between $7,000 and $15,000.
Injuries
The firm has received 15 reports of the steering assembly arm breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
BB Buggies Inc., of Augusta, Ga.
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
12022
Product Information
Product Name
Bad Boy Buggies off-road utility vehicles
Product Type
Utility Vehicles
Number of Units
About 3,200 (Note: Bad Boy Classic buggies were previously recalled in October 2009 and in December 2010)
Manufacturer Name
BB Buggies Inc., of Augusta, Ga.
Manufactured In
United States