2016 Gem E2 recalls
There are 4 safety recalls on record for the 2016 Gem E2, covering 6,954 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GEM E2, E4, E6, and ELXD vehicles. The drive mode switch can send an incorrect signal, causing the vehicle to become inoperative or go in the opposite direction than intended.
- Risk
- If the operator intends to go forward, but the vehicle reverses instead, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive mode system with one that has separate inputs for each position (forward, neutral and reverse), free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1‑855‑863‑2284. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V‑884. Vehicles previously repaired under that campaign need the repairs covered by this campaign as well.
Recall number 18V484000 · Recall details
Structure: frame and members
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2011-2016 GEM E2, E2L, ELXD, and EL electric vehicles. The lower main frame tube may crack which can result in failure of the secondary upper cab frame.
- Risk
- If the upper cab frame fails, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
- Remedy
- Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional frame brace to the lower frame tubes, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1‑855‑743‑3436. Polaris' number for this recall is L-18-03.
Recall number 18V485000 · Recall details
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GEM E2, E4, E6, and ELXD electric vehicles, equipped with steel wheels. The lug nuts on the front wheels may loosen, potentially resulting in a front wheel detaching from the vehicle.
- Risk
- If a wheel separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GEM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lug nuts, and inspect the wheels. The recall began June 8, 2017. Owners may contact GEM Consumer Service Department at 1‑855‑743‑3436. Polaris' number for this recall is L-17-01.
Recall number 17V279000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GEM E2, E4, E6, and ELXD electric vehicles manufactured May 29, 2015, to November 18, 2016. The drive mode switch can send an incorrect signal, causing the vehicle to go in the opposite direction than intended.
- Risk
- If the operator intends to go forward, but the vehicle reverses instead, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2016. Owners may contact GEM Consumer Service Department at 1‑855‑743‑3436. Polaris' number for this recall is L-16-01.
Recall number 16V884000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2016 Gem E2 recalls
How do I check if my 2016 Gem E2 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2016 Gem E2 have?
4, covering electrical system, structure and wheels.
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