2010-2013 Gem E2, Gem E2L and others recall: parking brake

Polaris Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 4, 2013. It covers about 4,394 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 4,394
reported: Jan 4, 2013
owners notified: Jan 29, 2013
related complaints: 1

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

Affected vehicles

Gem E2 2010-2013 2010 2011 2012 2013
Gem E2L 2010-2011 2010 2011
Gem E2S 2010-2011, 2013 2010 2011 2013
Gem E2 XLD 2010-2011 2010 2011
Gem E4 2010-2013 2010 2011 2012 2013
Gem E4S 2012-2013 2012 2013
Gem E6 2010-2013 2010 2011 2012 2013
Gem E6S 2012-2013 2012 2013
Gem El 2012-2013 2012 2013
Gem Elxd 2012-2013 2012 2013
Gem ES 2012 2012

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about brakes problems.

2010 Gem E2 2011 Gem E2 2012 Gem E2 2013 Gem E2 2010 Gem E2L 2011 Gem E2L 2010 Gem E2S 2011 Gem E2S 2013 Gem E2S 2010 Gem E2 XLD 2011 Gem E2 XLD 2010 Gem E4

Questions about recall 13V003000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2013 Gem E2, Gem E2L and others parking brake?

Yes. Recall 13V003000, reported on January 4, 2013, covers about 4,394 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V003000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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