2000 GEM E-825 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 86%of 7 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the steering of the 2000 GEM E-825, 86% of the 7 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Recall 01 v 343 000/steering: recall notice was received, was informed to call Gem 1-888/871-4367, and they would call and let him know where to take vehicle to get the repairs done. No call was received at this time. Seeking help from NHTSA in this matter. Feel free to provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8005125, filed 2002-03“Front shock absorbers had to be replaced due to failure. Also, camber had to be adjusted once again. Front end out of alignment and adjusted. Replaced seat belt. Steering is hard. King pins on passenger side seized. King pins replaced. Rack and pinion replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #8004707, filed 2002-02“While consumer's wife was driving she lost control of vehicle. Consumer contacted dealer and manufacturer, a representative was sent out to evaluate the vehicle and noticed the tie rod end fell apart. A description of more problems are as followed: the rack and pinion failed, there were repeated front end problems (yoke shaft/yoke bolts had broken), the alignment had to be adjusted, and the tires were wearing due to a broken nut in the front end/camber.”
NHTSA complaint #8004705, filed 2002-02“Consumer received NHTSA recall 01v34300/ manufacturer's recall 01v34300 notice. Called manufacturer about repair and manufacturer stated didn't have any idea when vehicle could be repaired. Dealer went out of business.”
NHTSA complaint #8003479, filed 2002-02“While driving steering wheel could not be controled due to failure of rack and pinion, which had to be replaced. Dealer could not state what was the cause. Please provide more information.”
NHTSA complaint #8004708, filed 2002-02Related recalls
- 01V343000Nov 7, 2001Vehicle description: 2-and 4-passenger utility (short and long) vehicles. Failure of the ball bearing assemblies can occur. When the failure occurs, the…Covers: GEM E-825 2000–2001
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 6 | 86% |
Other parts of the 2000 GEM E-825
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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