Columbia ParCar Recalls for Repair Golf, Service, Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard

Golf, service and utility vehicles

Date of Recall

2012-01-26

CPSC Release Number

12-715

Manufactured In

United States

Units

About 1,400

Manufacturer

Columbia ParCar Corporation, of Reedsburg, Wis.

Sold By

ParCar dealers from July 1, 2008 to July 31, 2011 for between $5,000 and $12,000.

Problem/Hazard

The lower steering yoke can loosen where it attaches to the steering rack and pinion, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle and crash.

Injuries/Incidents

No injuries were reported.

Description

The recalled items are 2009, 2010 and 2011 Columbia ParCar golf carts, low-speed service and utility vehicles. They are 36- or 48-volt electric vehicles manufactured from July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2011. Vehicles can be identified by their Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) located either on the passenger?s side left kick panel, in the driver?s side storage compartment or on the steering wheel beneath the center cap. The following Columbia vehicles are being recalled:

Remedy

Consumers should contact local ParCar dealer for a free inspection and repair as required.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Columbia ParCar Corp. at (800) 222-4653 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.parcar.com

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