E-Z Go Freedom RXV, RXV: Steering

Affects E-Z Go Freedom RXV, RXV · 2022 — about 968 vehicles.

The hazard

This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2022-539. Issue: On certain golf cars and personal transportation vehicles, the steering knuckles could break during or after an impact (like hitting a curb). This could cause a loss of steering control. Safety Risk: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Textron will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install a reinforcement bracket to strengthen the steering knuckles.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational