Gem Elxd recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 19, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Gem Waev LLC recalls 2016–2017 Gem — 4 models

Recall number

18V484000

Brand / firm

Gem

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,110 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GEM E2, E4, E6, and ELXD vehicles. The drive mode switch can send an incorrect signal, causing the vehicle to become inoperative or go in the opposite direction than intended.

What to do

Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive mode system with one that has separate inputs for each position (forward, neutral and reverse), free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V-884. Vehicles previously repaired under that campaign need the repairs covered by this campaign as well.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.