2009 Gem Elxd recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 2009 Gem Elxd, covering 6,123 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
- What is wrong
- GEM WAEV LLC (GEM) is recalling certain 2022-2025 e2, e4, e6, and eLXD vehicles. The retaining fasteners between the ball joint and the hub strut may have been improperly tightened, which can result in ball joint separation from the wheel.
- Risk
- Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the retaining fasteners or replace the ball joints as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2025. Owners may contact GEM customer service at 1‑800‑688‑8680. This recall replaces the federal safety agency recall 24V971.
Recall number 25V380000 · Recall details
Structure: frame and members
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 GEM eLXD L09GVHA4X and L10GVHA4X hybrid electric vehicles manufactured November 25, 2008, to December 30, 2010. The affected vehicles have frame welds between the cab and cargo bed that may crack.
- Risk
- If the frame welds crack, the frame may fall and contact the pavement, stopping the vehicle suddenly and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2015. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1‑888‑704‑5290. Polaris' recall number is L-15-01.
Recall number 15V239000 · 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 2009 Gem Elxd recalls
How do I check if my 2009 Gem Elxd 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 2009 Gem Elxd have?
3, covering wheels, structure and parking brake.
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