Structure: frame and membersRecall 15V-239 · 2009–2010 Gem Elxd
Polaris Industries, Inc. recall 15V-239 covers 628 2009–2010 Gem Elxd for a structure: frame and members problem, reported to NHTSA on April 22, 2015. The manufacturer's latest report (2016 Q4) shows 15% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 15V239000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 GEM eLXD L09GVHA4X and L10GVHA4X hybrid electric vehicles manufactured November 25, 2008, to December 30, 2010. The affected vehicles have frame welds between the cab and cargo bed that may crack.
The risk
If the frame welds crack, the frame may fall and contact the pavement, stopping the vehicle suddenly and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2015. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-888-704-5290. Polaris' recall number is L-15-01.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
15%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.