NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2024–2025 GEM E2 and 3 more recall: The Wheel May Separate From The Ball Joint
- Recall number
- 24V971000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Gem Waev LLC
- Category
- Vehicles › Suspension
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 243
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Suspension
Affected vehicles
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
GEM WAEV LLC (GEM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 e2, e4, e6, and eLXD vehicles. The mounting screws between the ball joint and the hub strut may have been improperly tightened, resulting in ball joint separation from the wheel.
Consequence
Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
Dealers will tighten the mounting screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2025. Owners may contact GEM customer service at 1-800-688-8680. This recall is superseded by NHTSA recall 25V-380.
Manufacturer campaign number
NR (Not Reported)
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 24V971000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.