2017 GEM E6 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2017 GEM E6
The 2017 GEM E6 has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Polaris Industries, Inc. for this model year.
Recalls for the 2017 GEM E6
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2017 GEM E6, potentially affecting up to 5,008 vehicles.
Recall 18V484000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 2,110 vehicles affected
Defect: Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GEM E2, E4, E6, and ELXD vehicles. The drive mode switch can send an incorrect signal, causing the vehicle to become inoperative or go in the opposite direction than intended.
Consequence: If the operator intends to go forward, but the vehicle reverses instead, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive mode system with one that has separate inputs for each position (forward, neutral and reverse), free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service...
View full details →Recall 17V279000 — WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
| 1,254 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 16V884000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 1,644 vehicles affected
Defect: Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GEM E2, E4, E6, and ELXD electric vehicles manufactured May 29, 2015, to November 18, 2016. The drive mode switch can send an incorrect signal, causing the vehicle to go in the opposite direction than intended.
Consequence: If the operator intends to go forward, but the vehicle reverses instead, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2016. Owners may contact GEM Consumer Service Department at 1-855-743-3436. Polaris' number for this recall is L-16-01.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2017 GEM E6
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 GEM E6.
Safety Rating for the 2017 GEM E6
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2017 GEM E6 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2017 GEM E6
Polaris Industries, Inc. has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 GEM E6. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
L-17-03 R01 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Some 2016 - 2018 GEM vehicles equipped with halogen headlights have exhibited failures of the headlight switch on the LH stalk assembly. To address this concern, dealers should update affected vehicles with LED headlights and LH switch as directed in the instructions of this bulletin.
L-17-06-01 — STRUCTURE
This team tip has been released to clearly define Polarisâ expectations when filing a warranty claim related to GEM shipping damage. In the event that damage occurs during the shipping process, it is critical to adhere to the claim steps outlined in this communication.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2017 GEM E6
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the GEM E6
- 2012 GEM E6 — 0 complaints
- 2013 GEM E6 — 0 complaints
- 2015 GEM E6 — 0 complaints
- 2016 GEM E6 — 0 complaints
- 2017 GEM E6 (current)
- 2018 GEM E6 — 0 complaints
- 2019 GEM E6 — 0 complaints
- 2021 GEM E6 — 0 complaints
- 2022 GEM E6 — 0 complaints