The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·01522·Announced 2001-08-28

SoloRider AteeA Model 32 Golf Carts Recalled for Software Defect

SoloRider Industries is recalling about 200 AteeA Model 32 golf carts because static electricity can corrupt software, causing the cart to move without assistance.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the vehicle can move without assistance, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

SoloRider Industries Inc. is recalling approximately 200 SoloRider AteeA Model 32 single-rider electric golf carts. The recall was issued because the golf cart's software can be corrupted by static electricity, which may allow the vehicle to move forward without assistance. This defect poses a risk of injury to riders or bystanders.

The recalled carts were sold nationwide at SoloRider and other golf dealers from October 1999 through March 2000 for between $5,000.00 and $9,000.00. The AteeA model 32 is a four-wheeled cart available in hunter green or Daytona white, featuring dual-hand controls, a front-mounted golf bag rack, and a seat basket. Serial numbers beginning with 32 are located on a label on the frame near the left front tire.

SoloRider has received one report of a showroom golf cart continuing to operate after being turned off, but no injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using the recalled golf carts immediately and contact the SoloRider dealer where purchased for a free repair. SoloRider has also notified consumers directly about this recall.

The recalled product

Product
SoloRider AteeA Model 32 golf carts
Manufacturer
SoloRider Industries Inc., of Englewood, Colo.
Category
Consumer Product — Golf Carts
Hazard
Affected units
200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same hazard · unintended movement

See all →