NHTSA recall campaign
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What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
If the operator intends to go forward, but the vehicle reverses instead, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →