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- STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- 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.
- Risk
- If the upper cab frame fails, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The lower main frame tube on certain GEM electric vehicles may crack. If that happens, the secondary upper cab frame can fail, which increases the risk of injury or a crash.
Polaris Industries is recalling affected 2011 to 2013 GEM E2, EL, and ELXD vehicles. Owners should expect a notice from Polaris. If you have one of these vehicles, contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-743-3436 and reference recall L-18-03. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
The remedy is free. Authorized dealers will install an additional frame brace to the lower frame tubes at no cost to you.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| GEM E2 | 201120122013201420152016 |
|---|---|
| GEM EL | 201120122013201420152016 |
| GEM EL XD | 201120122013201420152016 |