NHTSA Recall 18V484000: Electrical system
Polaris Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,110 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Gem E2.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V484000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | L-18-02 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 19, 2018 |
| Owner notification | November 28, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
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.
Safety risk
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 at 1-855-863-2284. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V-884. Vehicles previously repaired under that campaign need the repairs covered by this campaign as well.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V484000
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.