Recall 10V231 covers 372 2009-2010 Bad Boy Classic Lsv vehicles for unintended acceleration from accelerator-pedal water damage. Repair is free at franchised Bad Boy dealers.
Bad Boy is recalling 372 2009-2010 Classic Lsv low speed vehicles because water exposure can damage the accelerator pedal and send an out-of-range voltage signal to the controller. The defect can cause unintended acceleration and increase crash risk; the Bad Boy dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The accelerator pedal in a 2009-2010 Bad Boy Classic Lsv low speed vehicle is the driver's input to the electric drive system. When you press it, the pedal sensor sends a voltage signal to the controller, and the controller meters power to the electric motor so the vehicle accelerates only as commanded.
On the recalled Classic Lsv models, water exposure can damage the accelerator pedal. Once the pedal is damaged, its sensor can send a voltage reading outside the range the controller expects. The controller then sends current and voltage to the electric motor, which can make the vehicle accelerate without the driver asking for more speed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices can be the vehicle moving or speeding up unexpectedly when the pedal signal is no longer being read correctly.
Who's affected?
The same accelerator-pedal component appears for both model years, so the VIN decides inclusion within the Classic Lsv scope.
| 2010 Bad Boy Classic Lsv | Accelerator pedal |
|---|---|
| 2009 Bad Boy Classic Lsv | Accelerator pedal |
| Units affected | 372 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Unintended acceleration raises crash risk because the vehicle can speed up without driver command. If the accelerator pedal sticks or the vehicle accelerates unexpectedly, slow down, move to a safe place, and contact the dealer before driving again. Repair will be free at any franchised Bad Boy dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2010 Bad Boy Classic Lsv is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Bad Boy dealer to ask about the free accelerator-pedal replacement that fixes the water-damaged pedal condition linked to unintended acceleration.
- Reference recall number 10V231 when you call, and have the July 30, 2010 owner notice ready if you received one.
- Avoid driving in wet conditions until the accelerator pedal has been replaced.
- Call Bad Boy customer service at 1-866-678-6701 with recall questions.
What happens at the repair
Bad Boy's remedy is dealer replacement of the accelerator pedal at no charge. This section does not have a current available-repair status, so confirm scheduling with a Bad Boy dealer before you go in. Once the recall repair is open for your VIN, a Bad Boy technician replaces the accelerator pedal assembly so water damage no longer sends the controller an out-of-range signal tied to unintended acceleration. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| June 1, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 30, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V231?
Recall 10V231 covers 372 2009-2010 Bad Boy Classic Lsv low speed vehicles with an accelerator pedal that can be damaged by water. A damaged pedal can send the wrong voltage signal and cause unintended acceleration. Bad Boy dealers replace the accelerator pedal for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2010 Bad Boy Classic Lsv is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Classic Lsv is included in recall 10V231. If it is, contact a Bad Boy dealer and schedule the accelerator pedal replacement. Reference recall number 10V231 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Bad Boy's recall remedy says dealers replace the accelerator pedal free of charge, and federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost. Parts and labor are covered at the dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended acceleration. Water damage to the accelerator pedal can make it send a voltage reading outside the controller's expected range, causing current and voltage to reach the electric motor. Unintended acceleration increases crash risk.
What if I bought my Bad Boy Classic Lsv used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2009-2010 Bad Boy Classic Lsv is included, then contact a Bad Boy dealer with recall number 10V231.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V231000 |
|---|---|
| Bad Boy customer service | 1-866-678-6701 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V231 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V231000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →