Bad Boy Enterprises recalls off-road utility vehicles

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation Bad Boy Enterprises announced a voluntary recall of Bad Boy Buggy Standard model off-road utility vehicles.

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) release says about 3,900 Classic Buggies are subject tot this recall. The off-road vehicles can accelerate without warning, posing a risk of injury to the user and/or bystander. 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. 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 off road vehicles were sold at authorized dealers nationwide from June 2007 through July 2009 for about $10,000. Consumers should immediately stop using the buggies and contact their Bad Boy Buggy dealer for a free repair. 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.