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E-Z-GO Freedom RXV

E-Z-GO's own address for this model was at ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv. E-Z-GO's own model year 2025 past-models archive page for this model. It loads correctly and carries the specification table this catalogue cites. Checked 26 September 2026.

The E-Z-GO Freedom RXV is a golf cart with a stated top speed of 12 mph ± 0.5 mph (19.3 kph ± 0.8 kph) and a curb weight of 662 lb (300 kg).

Last updated: 10 November 2026

What we found

  • Specifications are published for it, each with its source.
  • 2 recalls or safety notices are matched to it.
  • 4 figures are contradicted by another credible source. Both readings are shown below, and neither is presented as the correct one.

Motor and performance

Motor power rating
4.4 hp (3.3 kW) Continuous

“Horsepower/kW 11.5 hp (8.6 kW) J1995 Standard 4.4 hp (3.3 kW) Continuous”

Source: ezgo.com/personal/models/past-models/MY24-freedom-rxv

Row from the maker’s page: “Horsepower/kW” | “4.4 hp (3.3 kW) Continuous”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

Top speed
12 mph ± 0.5 mph (19.3 kph ± 0.8 kph)

Row from the maker’s page: “Speed” | “Freedom RXV 13.5-hp Gas” | “12 mph ± 0.5 mph (19.3 kph ± 0.8 kph)”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Gear selection
Forward - Reverse

Row from the maker’s page: “Gear Selection” | “Freedom RXV 13.5-hp Gas” | “Forward - Reverse”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Speed controller rating
235-amp Solid-State AC Controller

“Speed Controller N/A 235-amp Solid-State AC Controller”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY24-freedom-rxv

Controller
Sources disagree
  • 235-amp Solid-State AC Controller

    Row from the maker’s page: “Speed Controller” | “235-amp Solid-State AC Controller”

    Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

  • 235 Amp AC Controller

    Row from the maker’s page: “Speed Controller” | “Freedom RXV ELiTE Lithium” | “235 Amp AC Controller”

    Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Engine lubrication system
Pressurized Oil System

Row from the maker’s page: “Lubrication” | “Freedom RXV 13.5-hp Gas” | “Pressurized Oil System”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Air cleaner
Industrial Rated Dry Filter

Row from the maker’s page: “Air Cleaner” | “Freedom RXV 13.5-hp Gas” | “Industrial Rated Dry Filter”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Battery and charging

Charger, as described
ELiTE Light World Charger 120/230 VAC, 10' DC Cord

Row from the maker’s page: “Battery Charger” | “ELiTE Light World Charger 120/230 VAC, 10' DC Cord”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

Battery fitted

2024: ELiTE 2.2, 56V Lithium

“Batteries (Qty/Type) One, 12-Volt Maintenance-Free ELiTE 2.2, 56V Lithium”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY24-freedom-rxv

2025: ELiTE 2.2, 56.7V Lithium Battery

“Batteries (Qty/Type) ELiTE 2.2, 56.7V Lithium Battery”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

Pack shipped with
ELiTE 2.2, 56.7V Lithium Battery

“Batteries (Qty/Type) ELiTE 2.2, 56.7V Lithium Battery”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

Electrical system
56-Volt AC

Row from the maker’s page: “Electrical System” | “56-Volt AC”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

Charger fitted
ELiTE Light World Charger 120/230 VAC, 10' DC Cord

“Battery Charger N/A ELiTE Light World Charger 120/230 VAC, 10' DC Cord”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY24-freedom-rxv

Battery options offered
ELiTE 2.2, 56.7V Lithium

Row from the maker’s page: “Batteries (Qty/Type)” | “ELiTE 2.2, 56.7V Lithium”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

System voltage
56-Volt AC

“Electrical System Brushless DC Internal Starter Generator 56-Volt AC”

Source: ezgo.com/personal/models/past-models/MY24-freedom-rxv

Size and fit

Ground clearance
3.3 in (8 cm)

Row from the maker’s page: “Ground Clearance” | “Freedom RXV 13.5-hp Gas” | “3.3 in (8 cm)”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Tyre size fitted
18 x 8.50-8 (4-ply rated)

Row from the maker’s page: “Tires” | “Freedom RXV 13.5-hp Gas” | “18 x 8.50-8 (4-ply rated)”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Curb weight
662 lb (300 kg)

“Curb Weight 662 lb (300 kg)”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

Body panel material
Injection molded TPO

Row from the maker’s page: “Body & Finish” | “Freedom RXV ELiTE Lithium” | “Injection molded TPO”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Row from the maker’s page: “Body & Finish” | “Freedom RXV 13.5-hp Gas” | “Injection Molded TPO”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Height without the canopy
46.5 in (118 cm)

Row from the maker’s page: “Overall Height (w/o Roof)” | “46.5 in (118 cm)”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

Height with the canopy
69.5 in (177 cm)

Row from the maker’s page: “Overall Height (w/ Roof)” | “69.5 in (177 cm)”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

Dry weight, without batteries
697 lb (316 kg)

Row from the maker’s page: “Dry Weight” | “Freedom RXV 13.5-hp Gas” | “697 lb (316 kg)”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Frame and components

Steering
Double Ended Rack & Pinion

Row from the maker’s page: “Steering” | “Freedom RXV 13.5-hp Gas” | “Double Ended Rack & Pinion”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Suspension
Front: Independent A-Arm Coil-Over Shock, Rear: Mono-Leaf Spring With Hydraulic Shocks

Row from the maker’s page: “Suspension” | “Front: Independent A-Arm Coil-Over Shock, Rear: Mono-Leaf Spring With Hydraulic Shocks”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

Cooling
Air Cooled

Row from the maker’s page: “Cooling System” | “Freedom RXV 13.5-hp Gas” | “Air Cooled”

Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

Recalls and fire safety

Hazard the regulator describes
Sources disagree
  • The electronic board that powers the USB port can overheat and ignite adjacent components

    “The electronic board that powers the USB port can overheat and ignite adjacent components, posing a fire hazard.”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Textron-Specialized-Vehicles-Recalls-E-Z-GO-PTVs-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Recall-Alert

  • The recalled PTV can leak fuel at the quick-connect fitting between the fuel line and the fuel injector mounted on the engine, posing a risk of serious injury and fire hazard.

    “The recalled PTV can leak fuel at the quick-connect fitting between the fuel line and the fuel injector mounted on the engine, posing a risk of serious injury and fire hazard.”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Textron-E-Z-GO-Recalls-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-and-Fire-Hazard

  • The rear seat structure of the PTV can fail, resulting in the rear seat tilting unexpectedly, posing fall and injury hazards to the riders

    “The rear seat structure of the PTV can fail, resulting in the rear seat tilting unexpectedly, posing fall and injury hazards to the riders.”

    Source: motorsportsnewswire.com/2022/01/13/textron-specialized-vehicles-recalls-personal-transportation-vehicles-ptv-due-to-fall-and-injury-hazards

  • The PTV's steering knuckles and A-arms can break during or after an impact and cause loss of steering control, posing crash and injury hazards

    “The PTV's steering knuckles and A-arms can break during or after an impact and cause loss of steering control, posing crash and injury hazards.”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Textron-Specialized-Vehicles-Recalls-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-PTV-Due-to-Injury-and-Crash-Hazards-Recall-Alert

  • The hip restraints on the cars can detach at the base, posing a fall and injury risk to consumers.

    “The hip restraints on the cars can detach at the base, posing a fall and injury risk to consumers.”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/e-z-go-recalls-rxv-golf-cars-due-to-fall-hazard

  • An electric module that overheats could create the risk of a fire.

    “An electric module that overheats could create the risk of a fire.”

    Source: recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/transport-canada-recall-2022609-textron

Remedy the regulator gives
Sources disagree
  • Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PTVs

    “Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PTVs, turn the key switch to the OFF position and do not connect electric powered PTVs to a charger or a power outlet.”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Textron-Specialized-Vehicles-Recalls-E-Z-GO-PTVs-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Recall-Alert

  • repaired by an authorized dealer free of charge, by replacing the fuel line

    “If any signs of fuel leakage are detected, the vehicle will be repaired by an authorized dealer free of charge, by replacing the fuel line.”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Textron-E-Z-GO-Recalls-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-and-Fire-Hazard

  • Consumers should immediately stop using the rear facing seat of their recalled vehicle and contact Textron for a free repair

    “Consumers should immediately stop using the rear facing seat of their recalled vehicle and contact Textron for a free repair.”

    Source: motorsportsnewswire.com/2022/01/13/textron-specialized-vehicles-recalls-personal-transportation-vehicles-ptv-due-to-fall-and-injury-hazards

  • Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PTVs and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles for a free repair

    “Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PTVs and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles for a free repair.”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Textron-Specialized-Vehicles-Recalls-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-PTV-Due-to-Injury-and-Crash-Hazards-Recall-Alert

  • Consumers should contact the nearest E-Z-GO dealer to arrange for a free repair.

    “Consumers should contact the nearest E-Z-GO dealer to arrange for a free repair.”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/e-z-go-recalls-rxv-golf-cars-due-to-fall-hazard

  • Textron will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install a protective sleeve over the USB charge port module.

    “Textron will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install a protective sleeve over the USB charge port module.”

    Source: recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/transport-canada-recall-2022609-textron

Units the recall covers
Sources disagree
  • About 143,000 (In addition, about 8,100 were sold in Canada and about 1,000 in Mexico)

    “About 143,000 (In addition, about 8,100 were sold in Canada and about 1,000 in Mexico) (Some of the PTVs have been previously recalled in September 2021, January 2022 and September 2022)”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Textron-Specialized-Vehicles-Recalls-E-Z-GO-PTVs-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Recall-Alert

  • model year 2020 through 2025 RXV Freedom

    “This recall involves E-Z-GO's model year 2020 through 2025 RXV Freedom and 2023 through 2025 Valor PTVs with serial numbers ranging from 5538278 through 5920722”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Textron-E-Z-GO-Recalls-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-and-Fire-Hazard

  • model-year 2022 E-Z-GO Freedom RXV ELiTE, Freedom RXV Gas, and Freedom RXV 48V personal transportation vehicles with a rear-facing seat

    “This recall involves model-year 2022 E-Z-GO Freedom RXV ELiTE, Freedom RXV Gas, and Freedom RXV 48V personal transportation vehicles with a rear-facing seat.”

    Source: motorsportsnewswire.com/2022/01/13/textron-specialized-vehicles-recalls-personal-transportation-vehicles-ptv-due-to-fall-and-injury-hazards

  • Model Year 2022 and 2023 Freedom and Valor E-Z-GO RXV personal transportation vehicles

    “This recall involves Model Year 2022 and 2023 Freedom and Valor E-Z-GO RXV personal transportation vehicles.”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Textron-Specialized-Vehicles-Recalls-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-PTV-Due-to-Injury-and-Crash-Hazards-Recall-Alert

  • electric and gasoline-powered Fleet RXV, Freedom RXV and RXV Shuttle 2+2 golf cars

    “This recall involves electric and gasoline-powered Fleet RXV, Freedom RXV and RXV Shuttle 2+2 golf cars.”

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/e-z-go-recalls-rxv-golf-cars-due-to-fall-hazard

  • Restricted-Use Vehicle recalled by TEXTRON

    “Restricted-Use Vehicle recalled by TEXTRON”

    Source: recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/transport-canada-recall-2022609-textron

Recalls (2)

Identified power-system parts

Sources

  • Freedom RXV Fleet Golf CartArchived document

    Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/fleet/models/freedom-rxv

    Retrieved September 27, 2026

  • 2025 Freedom RXV Golf Cart SpecificationsArchived document

    Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY25freedom-rxv

    Retrieved September 26, 2026

  • 2024 Freedom RXV Golf Cart SpecificationsArchived document

    Source: ezgo.txtsv.com/personal/models/past-models/MY24-freedom-rxv

    Retrieved September 26, 2026

  • 2024 Freedom RXV Golf Cart SpecificationsArchived document

    Source: ezgo.com/personal/models/past-models/MY24-freedom-rxv

    Retrieved October 10, 2026

  • Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls E-Z-GO PTVs Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert) | CPSC.govArchived document

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Textron-Specialized-Vehicles-Recalls-E-Z-GO-PTVs-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Recall-Alert

    Retrieved October 10, 2026

  • Textron E-Z-GO Recalls Personal Transportation Vehicles Due to Risk of Serious Injury and Fire Hazard | CPSC.govArchived document

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Textron-E-Z-GO-Recalls-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-and-Fire-Hazard

    Retrieved October 11, 2026

  • Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTV), Due to Fall and Injury Hazards - Motor Sports NewsWireArchived document

    Source: motorsportsnewswire.com/2022/01/13/textron-specialized-vehicles-recalls-personal-transportation-vehicles-ptv-due-to-fall-and-injury-hazards

    Retrieved October 11, 2026

  • Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTV) Due to Injury and Crash Hazards (Recall Alert) | CPSC.govArchived document

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Textron-Specialized-Vehicles-Recalls-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-PTV-Due-to-Injury-and-Crash-Hazards-Recall-Alert

    Retrieved October 11, 2026

  • E-Z-GO Recalls RXV Golf Cars Due to Fall Hazard | CPSC.govArchived document

    Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/e-z-go-recalls-rxv-golf-cars-due-to-fall-hazard

    Retrieved October 11, 2026

  • Transport Canada Recall - 2022609 - TEXTRON - Canada.caArchived document

    Source: recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/transport-canada-recall-2022609-textron

    Retrieved October 11, 2026