NHTSA Recall 01V343000: Rack and pinion (steering)
GLOBAL ELECTRIC MOTORCARS, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,300 vehicles. It affects 2000–2001 Gem E-825.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V343000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › RACK AND PINION |
| Report received | November 7, 2001 |
| Owner notification | January 2, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: 2-and 4-passenger utility (short and long) vehicles. Failure of the ball bearing assemblies can occur. When the failure occurs, the pinion shaft is unrestrained and is free to extricate itself from the bearing housing.
Safety risk
The driver of the vehicle could lose steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all tab-over style roltom bearings. Owner notification began january 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gem at 701-232-2500.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V343000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.