GEM — recall

Automotive · United States · 2024-12-26

GEM e2, e4, e6, eLXD vehicles, ball joint and hub mounting screws loose

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-12-26
Manufacturer	GEM WAEV LLC
Models affected	E2, E4, E6, ELXD
Model year	2024-2025
Units affected	243
Defect	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._x000D_ Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Component	SUSPENSION
Remedy	Dealers will tighten the mounting screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 15, 2025. Owners may contact GEM customer service at 1-800-688-8680.
Recall number	24V971000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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