Off-Road Utility Vehicles Recalled by Bad Boy Enterprises Due To Crash Hazard
CPSC recall 10015 · announced October 21, 2009 · Bad Boy · 3,900 units affected
The product
This recall involves Bad Boy Buggy Standard model off-road utility vehicles. The Bad Boy Buggy Standard model has one row seat that allows two persons (the driver and passenger) to sit side-by-side while the vehicle is operated. The Standard has an open air design (no doors or windows), but has a roof. The Bad Boy Buggy Standard models come in Realtree camouflage pattern, Hardwoods camouflage pattern, hunter green, red and black colors. The affected models have serial numbers between 85004828 and 95010404. The serial number is located on a sticker in a cubby on the driver's side
The hazard
The off-road vehicles can accelerate without warning, posing a risk of injury to the user and/or bystander.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the buggies and contact their Bad Boy Buggy dealer for a free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Bad Boy Enterprises has received 32 reports of unexpected acceleration, including reports of injuries such as a fractured toe, rotator cuff injury and sore muscles.
Sold at: Authorized dealers nationwide from June 2007 through July 2009 for about $10,000.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Bad Boy Enterprises toll-free at (866) 678-6701 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.badboyenterprises.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.