CPSC, Club Car Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Hunting Vehicles
CPSC recall 04520 · announced December 3, 2003 · Club Car · 158 units affected
The product
The Lynx is an off-road vehicle, shaped like a golf cart, but designed for hunters and sportsmen. The name "Club Car" appears on the front of the vehicle. The recalled vehicles have a serial number prefix LX0344 through LX0353 and LX0401 through LX0409. The serial number is located on a decal just above and to the right of the accelerator pedal.
The hazard
The steering connections on the front suspension rack can come loose, posing a risk of the operator losing control of the vehicle.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact Club Car for a free inspection and repair. Most vehicle owners have already been contacted by Club Car.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Club Car has received one report of a hunting vehicle losing steering control, though no injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Authorized Club Car dealers nationwide, from May 2003 through September 2003, for between $4,000 and $5,000.
Consumer contact: Any owners of recalled Lynx vehicles who have not been contacted, should call the retailer from whom they purchased their vehicle or call Club Car at (800) 227-0739 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.