GEM 2016 GEM E2 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 GEM E2
Brand
GEM
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Polaris Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2016 GEM E2 vehicles due to electrical system issues. If the operator intends to go forward, but the vehicle reverses instead, there would be an increased risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the operator intends to go forward, but the vehicle reverses instead, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026