Club Car Inc. Recall to Repair DS Golf Cars, Hospitality, Utility & Transport Vehicles and Rough Terrain Vehicles

2004 and 2005 model year gasoline and electric powered DS Golf Cars, Hospitality, Utility & Transport Vehicles and Rough Terrain Vehicles

Date of Recall
2005-01-13

CPSC Release Number
05-528

Manufactured In
United States

Units
19,663

Manufacturer
Club Car Inc., of Augusta, Ga.

Sold By
Authorized Club Car dealers nationwide.

Problem/Hazard
Microscopic cracks, in the brake equalizer rods on certain vehicles may cause the rods to fatigue and fail prematurely in continuous use. Such failure could result in a loss of braking ability.

Injuries/Incidents
Club Car has received one report of one vehicle losing braking ability. No accidents, injuries, or damage have been reported.

Description
The recalled vehicles are used for short distance transportation around golf courses, hotels, resorts, airports, and residential communities. Vehicles subject to this recall can be identified by the serial number located above and to the right of the accelerator pedal. The names and serial numbers of the primary affected models are listed below. The recalled vehicles were sold between April 6, 2004 and October 1, 2004.

Remedy
Owners who have not already been contacted by Club Car should contact the dealer from whom they purchased their vehicle, or call Club Car toll free to have the equalizer rod repaired free of charge.

Consumer Contact
Contact Club Car toll free at (800) 227-0739 extension 3580 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the Club Car web site at www.clubcar.com for more information.

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