Gem El recalls
There are 4 safety recalls on record for the Gem El, covering 7,846 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Gem El recalls by model year
All recalls
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
Seat belts
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015 GEM EL, ES, E4, E4S, ELXD, E6, E6S, and E2 vehicles manufactured December 15, 2014, to August 25, 2015. The seat belts in the affected vehicles have retractor mechanisms that may fail, causing the seat belt to be stuck in one position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
- Risk
- If the seat belt does not retract or extend, the seat occupant may not be properly secured in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GEM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on December 31, 2015. Owners may contact GEM Consumer Service Department at 1‑855‑743‑3436. Polaris' number for this recall is L-15-02.
Recall number 15V820000 · Recall details
Parking brake
- What is wrong
- Polaris is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Global Electric Motorcars manufactured from January 14, 2010, through November 23, 2012. The parking brake has mechanical components which may wear prematurely and prevent the brake from engaging.
- Risk
- If the parking brake fails to engage while parking, the driver may not be able to prevent the vehicle from rolling away after exiting the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Polaris will notify owners and dealers will replace the parking brake lever assembly free of charge. The safety recall began on January 29, 2013. Owners may contact Polaris customer service by calling 1‑888‑704‑5290.
Recall number 13V003000 · Recall details
Parking brake
- What is wrong
- Gem is recalling certain model year 2009 neighborhood electric vehicles. The parking brake cable may have been improperly crimped. This could cause the parking brake cable to separate from the actuator handle while applied.
- Risk
- The vehicle could roll away on a hill creating a risk of crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the parking brake lever assembly free of charge. The safety recall began on march 10, 2010. Owners may contact gem at 866‑764‑0616.
Recall number 10V080000 · Recall details
Questions about the Gem El recalls
How do I check if my Gem El 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 Gem El have?
4, covering structure, seat belts and parking brake.
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