NHTSA recall 24V971000
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
Gem E2 and 3 more
Reported Dec 26, 2024243 vehicles affectedGEM WAEV LLC
The 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.
The risk
Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
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 This recall is superseded by NHTSA recall 25V-380.
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