Gem E4 recalls and problems
8 recalls and 5 owner complaints for 12 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
8
Complaints
5
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
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Gem E4 by year
Most reported Gem E4 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
All Gem E4 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-380 | Jun 23, 2025 | 2022–2025 | Suspension, Wheels | GEM WAEV LLC (GEM) is recalling certain 2022-2025 e2, e4, e6, and eLXD vehicles. |
| 24V-971 | Dec 26, 2024 | 2024–2025 | Wheels, Suspension | GEM WAEV LLC (GEM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 e2, e4, e6, and eLXD vehicles. |
| 18V-484 | Jul 19, 2018 | 2016–2017 | Electrical System | Polaris Industries, Inc. |
| 17V-279 | Apr 26, 2017 | 2016–2017 | Wheels | Polaris Industries, Inc. |
| 16V-884 | Dec 8, 2016 | 2016–2017 | Electrical System | Polaris Industries, Inc. |
| 15V-820 | Dec 7, 2015 | 2015 | Seat Belts | Polaris Industries, Inc. |
| 13V-003 | Jan 4, 2013 | 2010–2013 | Parking Brake | Polaris is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Global Electric Motorcars manufactured from January 14, 2010, through November 23, 2012. |
| 10V-080 | Mar 4, 2010 | 2009 | Parking Brake | Gem is recalling certain model year 2009 neighborhood electric vehicles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Gem E4?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2016 Gem E4 has the most reports (1). Check the 2016 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Gem E4 have?
NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls covering Gem E4 model years 2009–2013, 2015–2017, 2022–2025.
What are the most common Gem E4 problems?
Owners report electrical system, service brakes, exterior lighting problems most often.