Columbia Eagle and Summit Low-Speed Vehicles Recalled for Steering Defect
Columbia Parcar is recalling 2009-2010 Eagle and Summit low-speed vehicles and electric golf carts because the lower steering yoke may loosen, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering yoke loosening) that can lead to loss of steering and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Columbia Parcar Corporation is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 Eagle (P4E) and Summit (SMT2, SMT4, SUV) low-speed vehicles and electric golf carts. These vehicles were manufactured between July 1, 2008, and June 30, 2011. The recall campaign number is SR11-001A.
The defect involves the possible loosening of the lower steering yoke at the point of attachment to the steering rack and pinion. This condition can result in loose steering or a loss of steering, which increases the risk of a crash.
Columbia Parcar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on September 16, 2011. Owners may contact Columbia Parcar at 1-800-222-4653 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- COLUMBIA EAGLE, SUMMIT
- Brand
- COLUMBIA
- Manufacturer
- COLUMBIA PARCAR CORPORATION
- Affected units
- 1,358
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- EAGLE
- SUMMIT
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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