NHTSA Campaign 17V279000
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Issued by Polaris Industries, Inc. · Reported Apr 26, 2017 · 1,254 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
If a wheel separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEM | E2 | 2016 | 1,254 |
| GEM | E2 | 2017 | 1,254 |
| GEM | E4 | 2016 | 1,254 |
| GEM | E4 | 2017 | 1,254 |
| GEM | E6 | 2016 | 1,254 |
| GEM | E6 | 2017 | 1,254 |
| GEM | ELXD | 2016 | 1,254 |
| GEM | ELXD | 2017 | 1,254 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V279000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.