NHTSA Recall 17V279000
Filed by GEM WAEV LLC. Component: Wheels. Reported 2017-04-26. An estimated 1,254 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GEM E2, E4, E6, and ELXD electric vehicles, equipped with steel wheels. The lug nuts on the front wheels may loosen, potentially resulting in a front wheel detaching from the vehicle.
Risk
If a wheel separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
GEM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lug nuts, and inspect the wheels. The recall began June 8, 2017. Owners may contact GEM Consumer Service Department at 1-855-743-3436. Polaris' number for this recall is L-17-01.
Manufacturer campaign number: L-17-01
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.