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2002 GEM NEV

1 recalls, 5 complaints - 5 TSBs

06V222000 Jun 21, 2006
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN 2 AND 4 PASSENGER, SHORT AND LONG BED LOW SPEED VEHICLES, THE 12 VOLT OUTPUT FROM THE AUXILIARY CARD CIRCUIT BOARD (A DC VOLTAGE TO DC VOLTAGE CONVERTER) MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE AND RESULT IN LOSS OF HEADLAMP, TAIL LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP FUNCTIONS.
Consequence
A LOSS OF HEADLAMPS COULD IMPAIR A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. IF THERE IS A LOSS OF TAIL LAMP OR TURN SIGNAL LAMP FUNCTION, A FOLLOWING DRIVER MAY NOT KNOW WHEN THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN APPLIED OR THAT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT IS TURNING, A REAR-END CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIO... Read more
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUXILIARY CARDS, INSTALL A SPLASH/SPRAY PROTECTION, AND ADJUST THE DASH SEAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GLOBAL ELECTRIC AT 888-871-4367.
27,350 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: GLOBAL ELECTRIC MOTORCARS, LLC

Complaint Statistics

5 total complaints 1 fires

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS1
STEERING1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jun 12, 2024
Incident date: May 7, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the oil pump drive belt tensioner, resulting in damages to the engine. The contact was in... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 12, 2024
Incident date: May 7, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while the vehicle was idle, the contact noticed smoke coming out from underneath the passenger's side of the hood. The contact stated upon exiting and inspecting the vehicle, she noticed burning plastic falling from underneath the passenger's... Read more
Fire
STEERING Nov 9, 2023
Incident date: Nov 9, 2023
1.Failed Electric Power Assist System 2.Safety risk wild backing up from parking slot at Lowel's 3.Problem confirm at Truck City Ford service department technician 4.Failed components inspected and confirmed at actual road test by Ford Service Technician 5.Warning lite message on dash at time of Fai... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS Nov 28, 2007
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
2002 GLOBAL ELECTRIC MOTORCAR WITH BROKEN FRAME. CONSUMER STATED THAT THE REAR OF THE FRAME THAT HOLDS THE REAR AXLE BROKE IN TWO PLACES. HE STATES OTHER PEOPLE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. *KB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 25, 2007
Incident date: Jan 1, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 GEM NEV. THE CONTACT RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE # 06V222000 REGARDING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IN JANUARY 2007. SHE CALLED THE DEALER FOUR TIMES TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE REPAIR. THE TECHNICIAN CALLED HER BACK TO SCHEDULE, BUT HE NEVER CALLED BACK TO CONFIRM. THE... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2002 GEM NEV

5 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
160000 STRUCTURE3
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR1
350000 EQUIPMENT1
3100319 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100619 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619 Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100519 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
97A2001 Jun 5, 2009
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
GEM: INSTALLATION OF THE RIV NUT AS A REPLACEMENT TO THE RUBBER WELL NUT FOR THE FRAMED CANVAS DOOR OPTION. IN THE EVENT OF PART FAILURE, THE RUBBER WELL NUT WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED. *PE

GEM NEV - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the GEM NEV across all model years (1999, 2007).

8 Total Recalls
18 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
6 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

GEM NEV - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
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2004 1 0 View
2003 1 2 View
2002 (current) 1 5
2001 1 3 View
2000 1 2 View
1999 1 1 View

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