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Bad Boy Buggies Recalled by BB Buggies Due to Loss of Steering Control and Crash Hazard

Note: Bad Boy Classic buggies were previously recalled in October 2009 and in December 2010.

  • Bad Boy Buggy Classic Model
  • Bad Boy Buggy LT Model
  • Bad Boy Buggy XT and XTO Models
  • Bad Boy Buggy Safari Model
Name of Product:
Bad Boy Buggies off-road utility vehicles
Hazard:
The steering assembly arm can break and cause the driver to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
October 26, 2011
Units:
About 3,200 (Note: Bad Boy Classic buggies were previously recalled in October 2009 and in December 2010 .)
Consumer Contact

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

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Bad Boy LT, Classic, XT, XTO and XT Safari model electric off-road utility vehicles. The utility vehicles have four wheels, bench seats for the operator and passengers and were sold in camouflage patterns, hunter green, red and black. "Bad Boy" is printed on the side or front of the vehicles.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized dealer or BB Buggies for a free replacement of the steering assembly.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received 15 reports of the steering assembly arm breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:
Bad Boy Buggy dealers nationwide from August 2009 through June 2011 for between $7,000 and $15,000.
Manufacturer(s):
BB Buggies Inc., of Augusta, Ga. and Bad Boy Enterprises LLC, of Natchez, Miss.
Manufactured In:
United States
Recall number:
12-022

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