Recall 18V485000: 2011–2016 GEM E2, 2011–2016 GEM EL, 2011–2016 GEM Elxd
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 19, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 1,946
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
If the upper cab frame fails, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 GEM E2
- 2012 GEM E2
- 2013 GEM E2
- 2014 GEM E2
- 2015 GEM E2
- 2016 GEM E2
- 2011 GEM EL
- 2012 GEM EL
- 2013 GEM EL
- 2014 GEM EL
- 2015 GEM EL
- 2016 GEM EL
- 2011 GEM Elxd
- 2012 GEM Elxd
- 2013 GEM Elxd
- 2014 GEM Elxd
- 2015 GEM Elxd
- 2016 GEM Elxd
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V485000
- Manufacturer campaign
- L-18-03
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Dec 18, 2018
- Components
- Structure:frame and members (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology