Recall 18V485000: 2011–2016 GEM E2
- Report received
- Jul 19, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Industries, Inc.
- Potentially affected
- 1,946vehicles
- Model years
- 2011–2016
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
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.
Possible consequence
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2011 GEM E20 complaints
- 2012 GEM E20 complaints
- 2013 GEM E20 complaints
- 2014 GEM E20 complaints
- 2015 GEM E20 complaints
- 2016 GEM E21 complaints
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.