Recalls for your 2016 Gem E2

Recalls for 2016 Gem E2

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Gem e2

Saw this in the parking lot at a local super market while I was on vacation. At first I thought it must be a modified golf cart, but actually it's a GEM e2, an all
electric vehicle that's "street legal up to 35 mph in most states."

DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM


Posted on: 2016-12-08
Description
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.

Consequence
If the operator intends to go forward, but the vehicle reverses instead, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS


Posted on: 2018-07-26
Description
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.

Consequence
If the upper cab frame fails, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.