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BB Buggies Recalls Classic Bad Boy Buggies Again Due To Crash Hazard

  • BB Buggies Classic Bad Boy Buggies
Name of Product:
Classic Buggies
Hazard:
The off-road vehicles can accelerate without warning, posing a risk of injury to the user and/or bystanders.
Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
December 22, 2010
Units:
About 9,300. (This recall was first announced in October 2009)
Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact BB Buggies toll-free at (855) 738-3711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.badboybuggies.com

Recall Details

Description:

This expanded recall involves all Bad Boy Classic model off-road utility vehicles manufactured from early 2003 through May 2010. Bad Boy Buggy Classic models come in camouflage patterns, hunter green, red and black colors. The XT model is not included in this recall.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the buggies and contact their BB Buggies dealer to schedule a free repair.

Incidents/Injuries:

Since the October 2009 recall announcement, BB Buggies has received 27 additional reports of unexpected acceleration, including reports of arm and leg fractures.

Sold At:
Authorized dealers nationwide from Spring 2003 through June 2010 for about $10,000.
Manufacturer(s):
Bad Boy Enterprises LLC, of Natchez, Miss. This recall is being performed by BB Buggies Inc., which recently acquired certain assets of Bad Boy Enterprises, LLC.
Manufactured In:
United States
Recall number:
11-079

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