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2026 Black Golf Cart Rear Seat Cushion Set: The Fast Facts

This rear seat cushion set (SKU: KOE-EZ-RSC60-BLK) replaces worn backrest and seat-bottom cushions on EZGO TXT (model years 1996–2026), ST, ST Sport, and Valor platforms. One part number covers decades of fleet carts, from carbureted TXT workhorses to the newest 2026 lithium builds.

Engineered for the 2026 model-year fleet cycle, the set meets SAE J2412 accelerated UV-weatherability protocols and uses ISO 3795:2026 flame-retardant foam cores. The vinyl skin is phthalate-free marine-grade material with a SAE J2412 Class A UV rating.

Get the complete set here: Black Golf Cart Rear Seat Cushion Set for EZGO TXT, ST, ST Sport & Valor Models.

• Compatible with CAN-bus 3.0 chassis? Yes — passive component, no CAN interface required.
• EZGO Valor (2024–2026) fitment? OEM bolt-pattern match, all mounting provisions included.
• 2026 lithium-fleet compatible? Yes — weight-neutral vs. OEM, no BMS interference.
• What ships with it? Backrest cushion, seat-bottom cushion, pre-drilled mounting holes, stainless steel T30 Torx hardware.

Core Specifications: 2026 Compliance Data

Every number in this table comes straight from the 2026 test standards the set is built against, plus the OEM-SK-60 service-life projection.

Compression behavior matters as much as density. The foam is calibrated at 44 kg/m³ (HD-44) with a 25% ILD (Indentation Load Deflection) of 120N — the balance point between passenger comfort and dimensional recovery after compression cycling.

Material Deep-Dive: Why This Set Survives Fleet Duty

The XLPE Vapor Barrier Protects Under-Seat Wiring

The 2026 model year brings heightened scrutiny on interior off-gassing (VOC) standards under updated CARB Phase 3 and EPA TSCA Title VI guidelines for commercial fleet vehicles. This set answers those limits with material choices, not surface coatings.

A closed-cell cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) vapor barrier is laminated between the vinyl skin and the foam core. That barrier blocks the moisture ingress that historically triggers DTC P0A80 (HV battery isolation fault) via corroded under-seat sensor harnesses on lithium-converted TXT fleets. Dry wiring under the seat pan means fewer isolation faults to chase.

UV Package: Carbon-Black Plus HALS Stabilizers

The UV-stabilized carbon-black pigment package now includes HALS (Hindered Amine Light Stabilizer) additives rated for 4,500+ kJ/m² of cumulative UV exposure — equivalent to 8+ years of sunbelt fleet service. Cushions in Arizona or Florida lots keep their color well past a single season.

Anti-microbial treatment conforms to ASTM G21-2026 fungal resistance protocols, with a zone of inhibition of at least 2 mm. For humid-climate resort fleets, that treatment is what separates a cushion that lasts a season from one that lasts a full service cycle.

Works With Aftermarket Rear Seat Kits

If you run an aftermarket rear seat kit, check the bolt pattern before you buy. This cushion set is compatible with kits from GTW, M&J, DoubleTake, and Red Dot that use the OEM 6-bolt M8x1.25 mounting pattern. Kits on other patterns will not accept it.

EZGO Cross-Compatibility Matrix: Verified 2026 Fitment

Every entry below is validated against OEM parts diagrams, with EZGO P/N cross-references 73155G01, 73155G02, and 73156G01. Match your chassis plate against the bolt-pattern column before ordering.

⚠ Fitment note: Not compatible with EZGO RXV (2008–2026) or 2Five models. Those platforms use a different rear seat mounting architecture — a 4-bolt M10 pattern. Verify your chassis plate before ordering.

Fleet Readiness: Weight, EMI, and Duty Ratings

The set is weight-neutral versus the OEM seat assembly within ±0.4 kg, so you do not shift cart balance. It produces no electromagnetic interference (EMI) signature above CISPR 12 limits and drops into the ELiTE lithium BMS thermal management envelope with no additional insulation required.

Projected service life is 5 years / 8,000 hours of commercial fleet rotation, based on accelerated aging per SAE J2412 at 4,500 kJ/m² cumulative. A resort or golf course fleet averaging 1,500 operational hours per year lands squarely in the 2026–2030 service window.

In high-UV environments — Arizona, Florida, the Middle East — expect cosmetic fade around the 6-year mark. Structure holds longer: the HD-44 foam core is rated to 10,000+ compression cycles without permanent set exceeding 8% per ASTM D3574. Use cases span Fleet Golf, Resort, Municipal, and Industrial Campus applications per SAE J2352 (Low-Speed Vehicle Interior Durability). A 12-month manufacturing defect warranty covers the SKU.

2026 Diagnostics: DTC Mapping for a Passive Part

The cushion set is passive and non-networked. It never generates a diagnostic trouble code on its own. But the install touches zones where several 2026 codes live, so know the map before you pick up a T30 Torx bit.

• P0A7C–P0A80: thermal isolation and battery isolation codes, indirectly affected by the seat-pan thermal profile.
• U0073: CAN-bus continuity — only relevant if the harness is disturbed or pinched during install.
• B1A85–B1A89: body controller range, applicable if you retrofit under-seat lighting or accessories after the swap.

If P0A7C Appears After Replacement

DTC P0A7C translates to "Battery Energy Control Module — Temperature Sensor Circuit High." On 2026 Valor lithium models, the BECM temperature probe routes beneath the rear seat pan.

If the original degraded cushion was trapping radiant heat and the new set alters thermal dissipation characteristics, a one-time BECM thermal calibration resolves the offset. Dealer tools: Curtis 1313 or EZGO Diagnostic Suite v4.6. This is not a cushion defect — it reflects the 2026 BECM's enhanced thermal sensitivity thresholds.

Protecting the CAN-bus 3.0 FD Harness During Install

On 2026 TXT ELiTE models, the CAN-bus 3.0 FD harness routes along the driver-side frame rail — pins 6 and 14 on the OBD-II DLC. Use EZGO's CAN termination resistor spec: 120Ω ±1%. Do not disturb the terminating resistor at the rear bulkhead connector.

If you inadvertently trigger DTC U0073 (CAN Bus Off), first check that the harness is not pinched between the new seat pan and the frame rail, then clear the code via ISO 15765-4 service $14.

FAQ: 2026 Fitment, Codes, and Service Life

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The same cushion set is also cataloged under two alternate entries — the standard listing and the alternate listing — so you can cross-reference the part from whichever page you bookmark.

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