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Vehicles/Motorcycles & ATVs

Bad Boy Buggies Recalls Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard

Agency Publication Date: September 25, 2014
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Summary

Bad Boy Buggies is recalling approximately 4,460 gas- and electric-powered off-road vehicles including the Ambush, Ambush iS, Instinct, Recoil, and Recoil iS models. These four-wheeled vehicles were sold in black, camouflage, green, and red between August 2012 and May 2014. The recall was initiated because incorrect parking brake adjustments and improperly bled brake lines can significantly reduce the driver's ability to stop, creating a crash hazard. No injuries have been reported at this time, and the manufacturer is offering a free repair for all affected units.

Risk

Defective brake line bleeding and parking brake settings can lead to diminished braking performance or complete failure to hold the vehicle in place. This increases the risk of a collision or unintended vehicle movement, potentially causing serious injury to the driver, passengers, or bystanders.

What You Should Do

  1. Check the steering column of your vehicle for a plate or label containing the serial number. This recall affects vehicles with serial numbers ranging from 8004970 through 8012901.
  2. Verify the model name, which is printed on the side and front panels of the vehicle. Affected models include the Ambush, Ambush iS, Instinct, Recoil, and Recoil iS.
  3. Immediately stop using any recalled vehicle until it has been inspected and repaired.
  4. Contact Bad Boy Buggies or an authorized dealer to schedule a free repair for the brake lines and parking brake adjustment.
  5. You can reach Bad Boy Buggies toll-free at 855-738-3711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.badboybuggies.com and click on 'Recall Information' at the bottom of the page.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional safety questions.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Bad Boy Buggies or an authorized dealer for a free repair.

Contact: Bad Boy Buggies toll-free at (855) 738-3711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.badboybuggies.com and click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Affected Products

Product: Bad Boy Buggies Ambush Off-Road Vehicle
Model:
8004970 through 8012901 (Serial Range)
Date Ranges: August 2012 - May 2014
Product: Bad Boy Buggies Ambush iS Off-Road Vehicle
Model:
8004970 through 8012901 (Serial Range)
Date Ranges: August 2012 - May 2014
Product: Bad Boy Buggies Instinct Off-Road Vehicle
Model:
8004970 through 8012901 (Serial Range)
Date Ranges: August 2012 - May 2014
Product: Bad Boy Buggies Recoil Off-Road Vehicle
Model:
8004970 through 8012901 (Serial Range)
Date Ranges: August 2012 - May 2014
Product: Bad Boy Buggies Recoil iS Off-Road Vehicle
Model:
8004970 through 8012901 (Serial Range)
Date Ranges: August 2012 - May 2014

Product Images

Bad Boy Buggies โ€“ Instinct Model Off -Road Vehicle

Bad Boy Buggies โ€“ Instinct Model Off -Road Vehicle

Serial number location on Bad Boy Buggies Off-Road Vehicle

Serial number location on Bad Boy Buggies Off-Road Vehicle

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 14281
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Bad Boy Buggies, of Augusta, Ga.
Sold By: Bad Boy Buggies dealers nationwide from August 2012 through May 2014 for between $9,600 and $14,400.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 4,460
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: Bad Boy Buggies toll-free at (855) 738-3711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.badboybuggies.com and click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Agency Last Updated: January 9, 2015

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice ยท Raw API Response