2012 Gem E4 Recalls - Vehicle Recall Information

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And now, for something completely different, . . .

Well, not completely different -- it IS another car. But it's much newer than the ones in the two preceding photos, also much smaller, and electric-powered. This GEM e4 electric car, with seating for four (but no apparent room for anything more), is a National Park Service vehicle seen at the Cabrillo National Monument in San Diego. (GEM stands for Global Electric Motorcars.) Lest you think NPS has gone really green, I note that the NPS vehicle just beyond this was a large SUV (I didn't note whether it was a Chevrolet Suburban or GMC Yukon). [Regarding the title, I guess I'm recalling when Monty Python was part of Saturday night TV.]

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DEFECT #1 - PARKING BRAKE

Posted on: 2013-01-04
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Polaris' recall numbers are l-13-01 and l-13-02.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recalls for 2012 Gem E4

DEFECT #1 - PARKING BRAKE