Recall 15V239000 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS Defect in 2009-2010 GEM ELXD
RECALL This recall affects up to 628 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 15V239000 |
| Manufacturer | Polaris Industries, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 628 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 GEM eLXD L09GVHA4X and L10GVHA4X hybrid electric vehicles manufactured November 25, 2008, to December 30, 2010. The affected vehicles have frame welds between the cab and cargo bed that may crack.
Safety Consequence
If the frame welds crack, the frame may fall and contact the pavement, stopping the vehicle suddenly and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2015. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-888-704-5290. Polaris' recall number is L-15-01.
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