MODERATERecall Data: September 29, 2022

E-Z-GO RXV Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTV)

Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Georgia

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Recalled E-Z-GO RXV Freedom four-passenger PTV

Recalled E-Z-GO RXV Freedom four-passenger PTV

Recalled E-Z-GO RXV Valor PTV

Recalled E-Z-GO RXV Valor PTV

Recalled E-Z-GO RXV Freedom two-passenger PTV

Recalled E-Z-GO RXV Freedom two-passenger PTV

Serial number location

Serial number location

Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)

The PTV's steering knuckles and A-arms can break during or after an impact and cause loss of steering control, posing crash and injury hazards.

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What should I do? (Remedy)

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PTVs and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles for a free repair. Textron Specialized Vehicles is contacting all purchasers directly.

Consumer Contact

Textron Specialized Vehicles toll-free at 888-525-6040 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at [email protected], or online at https://ezgo.txtsv.com and click on "Recall Information" or https://ezgo.txtsv.com/resources/recall-information for more information.

Product Description

This recall involves Model Year 2022 and 2023 Freedom and Valor E-Z-GO RXV personal transportation vehicles. Recalled units have serial numbers within the range of 5656874 through 5656886 and 5659215 through 5700741. The vehicle's serial number is printed near the base of the steering column. These vehicles are commonly referred to as golf carts or golf cars and are used primarily to transport people.

Where was it sold?

E-Z-GO dealerships nationwide and online via E-Z-GO's Dealer to Driveway program from January 2022 through September 2022 for between $10,000 and $17,000.

Latest Recall Updates

Quick Facts

Recall Number

22779

Impacted Units

About 34,000

Incidents/Injuries

Textron has received 335 reports of incidents of the steering knuckles and A-arms on the PTVs breaking, including one incident that resulted in two reports of abrasion injuries.

Did you buy this?

Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.

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