Yamaha Golf Car Drive 2
Last updated: 11 October 2026
What we found
- Batteries are documented for it, from the manufacturer's own documentation.
- Further batteries are listed on this model's battery page and are not included in the count above.
- A documented charger.
- Specifications are published for it, each with its source.
- 16 recalls or safety notices are matched to it.
- 3 figures are contradicted by another credible source. Both readings are shown below, and neither is presented as the correct one.
What else the Drive 2 needs
Parts a source says are needed beyond the battery itself. Reported, not recommended — read the source beside each one and confirm it with the manufacturer before buying anything.
- Vendor statedWhatever pack is fitted
A 12 V DC-DC step-down converter to feed the cart's 12 V accessories — lights, radio, horn — which lose their supply when the lead-acid string they were tapped off becomes a single 48 V module. Epoch include one in their conversion kit; Allied sell one separately, in a collection named for the purpose.
“a 12V DC-DC Converter (to safely power your lights and radio)”
Source: epochbatteries.com/products/48v-105ah-lithium-golf-cart-kit
Motor and performance
- Motor power rating
- 3.5 hp (2.6 kW) for 30 minutes
- Speed controller rating
- 270 A DC controller
“3.5 hp (2.6 kW) for 30 minutes”
Source: web.archive.org/web/20190721220115id_/https://www.yamahagolfcar.com/Images/docs/2019_Yamaha_Fleet_Brochure_WebHR_Optimized.pdf
“Yamaha-built 270 amp DC controller”
Source: web.archive.org/web/20190721220115id_/https://www.yamahagolfcar.com/Images/docs/2019_Yamaha_Fleet_Brochure_WebHR_Optimized.pdf
Battery and charging
- Battery fitted
- Six 8-V Trojan T-875 standard; eight 6-V Trojan T-105 optional
- Starter battery (gas models)
- BCI group 24, RC min 75 min, CCA min 400A (2017 gas Drive2)
“Standard: Six 8-volt Trojan T-875 Batteries with HydroLink Watering System Optional: Eight 6-volt Trojan T-105 Batteries”
Source: web.archive.org/web/20190721220115id_/https://www.yamahagolfcar.com/Images/docs/2019_Yamaha_Fleet_Brochure_WebHR_Optimized.pdf
“Battery BCI group 24, RC: minimum 75 min CCA: minimum 400A”
Source: golfcars.yamaha-owners-manuals.com/om/LIT-19626-22-14.pdf
Recalls and fire safety
- Hazard the regulator describes
- Sources disagree
The recalled golf cars' passenger-side brake cable could have been misrouted during assembly. If the cable was misrouted, abnormal wear can occur which can cause the passenger-side cable to break during use, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a crash hazard.
“The recalled golf cars' passenger-side brake cable could have been misrouted during assembly. If the cable was misrouted, abnormal wear can occur which can cause the passenger-side cable to break during use, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a crash hazard.”
Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Yamaha-Recalls-Model-Year-2021-2022-Fleet-Golf-Cars-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-a-Crash-Hazard
Brake failure, posing a crash hazard that could result in injury or death to the user or bystander
“The recalled vehicles can have brake failure, posing a crash hazard that could result in injury or death to the user or bystander.”
Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Yamaha-Recalls-Golf-Cars-and-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-or-Death-Recall-Alert
The recalled golf car vehicles can fail to brake, posing a risk of serious injury or death, due to a crash hazard.
“The recalled golf car vehicles can fail to brake, posing a risk of serious injury or death, due to a crash hazard.”
Source: recalls.justia.com/outdoor-recreation-and-sports/golf/26-027
the accelerator pedal return spring may break due to incorrect moulding
“The affected products present a risk of injuries as the accelerator pedal return spring may break due to incorrect moulding.”
Source: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6863b38a3464d9c0ad609d8c/2501-0161-product-recall-golf-buggy-v2.pdf
- Remedy the regulator gives
- Sources disagree
free inspection of the passenger-side brake cable routing
“Consumers should stop using the recalled fleet golf cars immediately and contact an authorized Yamaha Golf Car dealer to schedule a free inspection of the passenger-side brake cable routing.”
Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Yamaha-Recalls-Model-Year-2021-2022-Fleet-Golf-Cars-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-a-Crash-Hazard
contact a Yamaha Golf Car dealer to schedule a free repair
“Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Yamaha vehicles and contact a Yamaha Golf Car dealer to schedule a free repair.”
Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Yamaha-Recalls-Golf-Cars-and-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-or-Death-Recall-Alert
free installation of new brake shoes and pads
“Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled golf car vehicles and contact an authorized Yamaha Golf Car dealer to schedule the free installation of new brake shoes and pads.”
Source: recalls.justia.com/outdoor-recreation-and-sports/golf/26-027
The products have been recalled from end users.
“The products have been recalled from end users.”
Source: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6863b38a3464d9c0ad609d8c/2501-0161-product-recall-golf-buggy-v2.pdf
- Units the recall covers
- Sources disagree
Model Year 2021-2022 Yamaha Drive2 Electric Fleet Golf Cars
“This recall involves model year 2021-2022 Yamaha Drive2 Electric Fleet Golf Cars.”
Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Yamaha-Recalls-Model-Year-2021-2022-Fleet-Golf-Cars-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-a-Crash-Hazard
model year 2017-2024 DR2A and DR2E Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTVs)
“This recall includes model year 2017-2024 DR2A and DR2E Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTVs) with serial numbers that begin with J0D, J0E, and J2D.”
Source: recalls.justia.com/outdoor-recreation-and-sports/golf/26-027
Yamaha Motor Golf Buggy & UMX Drive 2, Drive 2 PTT, UMX
“Yamaha Motor Golf Buggy & UMX Drive 2, Drive 2 PTT, UMX”
Source: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6863b38a3464d9c0ad609d8c/2501-0161-product-recall-golf-buggy-v2.pdf
Chargers
Named by the manufacturer for the Drive 2. Reported, not endorsed — confirm with the manufacturer before charging anything.
- Steeleng 48V Charger Yamaha G29 (Drive) and Drive 2 (15AMP)Manufacturer documentedView charger: Steeleng 48V Charger Yamaha G29 (Drive) and Drive 2 (15AMP) →
“STEELENG 48V Charger Yamaha G29 (Drive) and Drive 2 (15AMP) Fits: Yamaha G29 (Drive) and Drive 2”
Source: steelenggolfcart.com/product/chym02-battery-charger-for-yamaha-g29-48v
Recalls (16)
Most recalls cover only certain model years, serials or build dates — view each notice to check it against your own unit.
- 2026-06-11CPSCThe recalled golf cars' passenger-side brake cable could have been misrouted during assembly."model year 2021-2022 Yamaha Drive2 Electric Fleet Golf Cars."View recall →
- 2026-04-22United KingdomThe affected golf cars present a risk of injuries as the cable brake is incorrectly routed meaning there is a sharp bend which creates a stress point.DR2E, model years 2021 and 2022, in the United Kingdom, quoting the chassis number to a dealer.View recall →
- 2025-10-16CPSCThe recalled golf car vehicles lack stop lights, posing a risk of serious injury or death, due to a crash hazard.View recall →
- 2025-10-16CPSCThe recalled golf car vehicles can fail to brake, posing a risk of serious injury or death, due to a crash hazard.model years 2017 to 2024, and only serial numbers beginning J0D, J0E or J2D.View recall →
- 2025-06-05CPSCThe accelerator pedal spring can fail to return to idle when a consumer stops pressing the accelerator pedal, posing a crash hazard.model years 2017 to 2024, by serial prefix and range as the notice's table gives them.View recall →
- 2025-02-03United KingdomThe affected products present a risk of injuries as the accelerator pedal return spring may break due to incorrect moulding.model years 2017 to 2022, by the serial ranges the annex gives for each year and prefix — not the full 2016-2022 range the notice's own headline suggests, since no Drive 2 prefix appears in the annex's 2016 table.View recall →
- 2023-07-06CPSCThe accelerator spring can become dislodged, allowing the accelerator pedal not to return to the resting position, posing crash and injury or death hazards.model year 2023 only, as the notice describes it; it names no model line.View recall →
- 2022-02-17CPSCThe recalled vehicles can have brake failure, posing a crash hazard that could result in injury or death to the user or bystander.model years 2021 and 2022, by serial prefix and range as the notice's table gives them.View recall →
- 2020-02-13CPSCThe front wheel hubs on the golf cars can crack causing the front wheels to detach, posing a crash hazard that could result in injury or death to the user or bystander.model year 2020 only, by model and serial number, on a label under the seat on the left side.View recall →
- 2019-08-28CPSCThe module that regulates power to the vehicle's USB ports can overheat and melt, posing a fire hazard.model years 2017 to 2019.View recall →
- 2019-07-17CanadaA fire could create the risk of injury.the electric Drive2 (DR2E), model years 2017 to 2019, in Canada.View recall →
- 2018-10-10CanadaOn certain golf cars, personal transportation, and specialty vehicles, the accelerator pedal return spring may break.the Drive2, gas (DR2A) and electric (DR2E), model years 2017 and 2018, in Canada.View recall →
- 2018-10-03CPSCThe accelerator pedal return spring can break, posing a crash hazard.model years 2016 to 2018, by model code and serial number.View recall →
- 2018-09-25AustraliaIf the spring breaks, the accelerator pedal will not return to the home position when released.model years 2016 to 2018, in Australia.View recall →
- 2018-02-22CPSCThe brake cables on the golf cars and PTVs can fail, posing a crash hazard.model years 2015 to 2018, by model and serial number on a label under the seat on the left or right side.View recall →
- 2018-02-21CanadaOn certain golf car vehicles, the rear brake cables may have been kinked in the area where they connect to the brake equalizer at time of installation.the gas Drive2 (DR2A) of 2017 and 2018 and the electric Drive2 (DR2E) of 2017, in Canada.View recall →
Identified controller
Navitas Vehicle Systems states: “Yamaha G19 / G22, G29 / Drive 2”
Identified power-system parts
- Navitas Vehicle Systems TAC2 Kit 600A Yamaha YDRE G29 4kW CANUnconfirmedView part: Navitas Vehicle Systems TAC2 Kit 600A Yamaha YDRE G29 4kW CAN →
Navitas Vehicle Systems states: “Yamaha G29 / Drive 2”
Source: navitasvs.com/Yamaha/G29--Drive-2
- Navitas Vehicle Systems TAC2 Kit 440A Yamaha YDRE G29 4kW CANUnconfirmedView part: Navitas Vehicle Systems TAC2 Kit 440A Yamaha YDRE G29 4kW CAN →
Navitas Vehicle Systems states: “Yamaha G29 / Drive 2”
Source: navitasvs.com/Yamaha/G29--Drive-2
- Navitas Vehicle Systems TAC2 Kit 600A Yamaha YDRE2 CANUnconfirmedView part: Navitas Vehicle Systems TAC2 Kit 600A Yamaha YDRE2 CAN →
Navitas Vehicle Systems states: “Yamaha G29 / Drive 2”
Source: navitasvs.com/Yamaha/G29--Drive-2
- Navitas Vehicle Systems TAC2 Kit 440A Yamaha YDRE2 CANUnconfirmedView part: Navitas Vehicle Systems TAC2 Kit 440A Yamaha YDRE2 CAN →
Navitas Vehicle Systems states: “Yamaha G29 / Drive 2”
Source: navitasvs.com/Yamaha/G29--Drive-2
Navitas Vehicle Systems states: “Yamaha G29 / Drive 2”
Source: navitasvs.com/Yamaha/G29--Drive-2
- Plum Quick Motors “Minotaur” Navitas 4KW-440 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit with OTF for Yamaha Sepex/G29/Drive2 DC/YDRE 48V 32/36MPH – 72V 38/42MPHVendor statedView part: Plum Quick Motors “Minotaur” Navitas 4KW-440 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit with OTF for Yamaha Sepex/G29/Drive2 DC/YDRE 48V 32/36MPH – 72V 38/42MPH →
Plum Quick Motors (a seller, not the cart or part maker) states: “Yamaha G29/Drive2 DC/YDRE with JW2-H6510 Moric controller” Scope: Sold for the variant the page's selector names, with the factory controller that variant states; any other cart or controller is not covered by this row.
Source: plumquick.com/products/4kw-440-amp-dc-to-ac-conversion-kit-for-yamaha
- Plum Quick Motors “Minotaur” Navitas 4KW-600 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit with OTF for Yamaha Sepex/G29/Drive2 DC/YDRE 48V 32/38MPH – 72V 38/44MPHVendor statedView part: Plum Quick Motors “Minotaur” Navitas 4KW-600 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit with OTF for Yamaha Sepex/G29/Drive2 DC/YDRE 48V 32/38MPH – 72V 38/44MPH →
Plum Quick Motors (a seller, not the cart or part maker) states: “Yamaha G29/Drive2 DC/YDRE with JW2-H6510 Moric controller” Scope: Sold for the variant the page's selector names, with the factory controller that variant states; any other cart or controller is not covered by this row.
Source: plumquick.com/products/4kw-600-amp-dc-to-ac-conversion-kit-for-yamaha
- Plum Quick Motors “GreenXtreme" Navitas TSX 3.0 440A DC Controller Kit for Yamaha with OTF and Golf Cart Specific Adapter HarnessVendor statedView part: Plum Quick Motors “GreenXtreme" Navitas TSX 3.0 440A DC Controller Kit for Yamaha with OTF and Golf Cart Specific Adapter Harness →
Plum Quick Motors (a seller, not the cart or part maker) states: “Yamaha Sepex/G29/Drive2/YDRE 48V with factory JW2 with 26 pin controller” Scope: Sold for the variant the page's selector names, with the factory controller that variant states; any other cart or controller is not covered by this row.
Source: plumquick.com/products/navitas-tsx-3-0-440a-dc-controller-kit-for-yamaha
- Plum Quick Motors "GreenXtreme" Navitas TSX 3.0 600A DC Controller Kit for Yamaha with OTF and Golf Cart Specific Adapter HarnessVendor statedView part: Plum Quick Motors "GreenXtreme" Navitas TSX 3.0 600A DC Controller Kit for Yamaha with OTF and Golf Cart Specific Adapter Harness →
Plum Quick Motors (a seller, not the cart or part maker) states: “Yamaha Sepex/G29/Drive2/YDRE 48V with factory JW2 with 26 pin controller” Scope: Sold for the variant the page's selector names, with the factory controller that variant states; any other cart or controller is not covered by this row.
Source: plumquick.com/products/navitas-tsx-3-0-600a-dc-controller-kit-for-yamaha
- Plum Quick Motors “Pro Series” EB 4KW-350 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit for Yamaha Golf Carts 51V 30/35MPH – 70V 35+MPHVendor statedView part: Plum Quick Motors “Pro Series” EB 4KW-350 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit for Yamaha Golf Carts 51V 30/35MPH – 70V 35+MPH →
Plum Quick Motors (a seller, not the cart or part maker) states: “This kit works on Yamaha G19, G22, G29, Drive 1 and Drive 2” Scope: Sold for the variant this page's title and fitment line name; any other cart or controller is not covered by this row.
Source: plumquick.com/products/pro-series-eb-4kw-350-amp-dc-to-ac-conversion-kit-for-yamaha-golf-carts-51v-30-35mph-70v-35-mph
- Plum Quick Motors “Pro Series” EB 4KW-450 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit for Yamaha Golf Carts 51V 35/40MPH – 70V 40+MPHVendor statedView part: Plum Quick Motors “Pro Series” EB 4KW-450 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit for Yamaha Golf Carts 51V 35/40MPH – 70V 40+MPH →
Plum Quick Motors (a seller, not the cart or part maker) states: “This kit works on Yamaha G19, G22, G29, Drive 1 and Drive 2” Scope: Sold for the variant this page's title and fitment line name; any other cart or controller is not covered by this row.
Source: plumquick.com/products/pro-series-eb-4kw-450-amp-dc-to-ac-conversion-kit-for-yamaha-golf-carts-51v-35-40mph-70v-40-mph
- Plum Quick Motors “Pro Series” EB 5KW-450 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit for Yamaha Golf Carts 51V 35/40MPH – 70V 40+MPHVendor statedView part: Plum Quick Motors “Pro Series” EB 5KW-450 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit for Yamaha Golf Carts 51V 35/40MPH – 70V 40+MPH →
Plum Quick Motors (a seller, not the cart or part maker) states: “This kit works on Yamaha G29, Drive 1 and Drive 2” Scope: Sold for the variant this page's title and fitment line name; any other cart or controller is not covered by this row. The page excludes G19/G22 for the 5kW motor.
Source: plumquick.com/products/pro-series-eb-5kw-450-amp-dc-to-ac-conversion-kit-for-yamaha-golf-carts-51v-35-40mph-70v-40-mph
- Plum Quick Motors “Pro Series” EB 5KW-600 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit for Yamaha Golf Carts 51V 40+MPH – 70V 45+MPHVendor statedView part: Plum Quick Motors “Pro Series” EB 5KW-600 Amp DC to AC Conversion Kit for Yamaha Golf Carts 51V 40+MPH – 70V 45+MPH →
Plum Quick Motors (a seller, not the cart or part maker) states: “This kit works on Yamaha G29, Drive 1 and Drive 2” Scope: Sold for the variant this page's title and fitment line name; any other cart or controller is not covered by this row. The page excludes G19/G22 for the 5kW motor.
Source: plumquick.com/products/pro-series-eb-5kw-600-amp-dc-to-ac-conversion-kit-for-yamaha-golf-carts-51v-40-mph-70v-45-mph
Sources
- Archived document
Source: web.archive.org/web/20190721220115id_/https://www.yamahagolfcar.com/Images/docs/2019_Yamaha_Fleet_Brochure_WebHR_Optimized.pdf
Retrieved September 19, 2026
- Yamaha Recalls Model Year 2021-2022 Fleet Golf Cars Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from a Crash Hazard | CPSC.govArchived document
Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Yamaha-Recalls-Model-Year-2021-2022-Fleet-Golf-Cars-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-a-Crash-Hazard
Retrieved October 11, 2026
- Yamaha Recalls Golf Cars and Personal Transportation Vehicles Due to Risk of Injury or Death (Recall Alert) | CPSC.govArchived document
Source: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Yamaha-Recalls-Golf-Cars-and-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-or-Death-Recall-Alert
Retrieved September 16, 2026
- Recall: Yamaha Recalls Model Year 2017-2024 Golf Car Vehicles Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Crash Hazard :: Consumer Recalls :: Justia IncArchived document
Source: recalls.justia.com/outdoor-recreation-and-sports/golf/26-027
Retrieved October 11, 2026
- Archived document
Source: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6863b38a3464d9c0ad609d8c/2501-0161-product-recall-golf-buggy-v2.pdf
Retrieved September 26, 2026
- Archived document
Source: golfcars.yamaha-owners-manuals.com/om/LIT-19626-22-14.pdf
Retrieved September 28, 2026