Club car/electrical relay
Defect Summary
Certain 2-passenger, open body, vehicles fail to comply with requirements for federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 500, "low-speed vehicles." electrical relays rated for 12-volts have been installed in place of relays rated for 48-volts.
Safety Consequence
The 12-volt relays subsequently fail due to overvoltage, rendering the brake lights inoperable. inoperable brake lamps will increase the risk of a crash to the rear of the vehicle when operated in traffic conditions.
Corrective Action
Club car will provide field teams to perform the inspection and replace parts as required without charge to the owner or end user. owner notification is expected to begin during august 2002. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact club car at 1-800-258-2227, extension 3820.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Club Car, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 02V225000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V225000?
NHTSA recall 02V225000 was issued by Club Car, Inc. on August 15, 2002. It addresses: Club car/electrical relay. The recall affects approximately 3,552 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Club Car, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V225000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.