Does the 2009 GEM Elxd have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, wheels, structure, parking brake. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2009 GEM Elxd recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a GEM dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2009 GEM Elxd?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2009 GEM Elxd recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2009 GEM Elxd. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your GEM been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A GEM dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2009 GEM Elxd recalls, newest first

June 23, 2025NHTSA 25V3800005,353 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint

Summary: GEM WAEV LLC (GEM) is recalling certain 2022-2025 e2, e4, e6, and eLXD vehicles. The retaining fasteners between the ball joint and the hub strut may have been improperly tightened, which can result in ball joint separation from the wheel.
Consequence: Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the retaining fasteners or replace the ball joints as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2025. Owners may contact GEM customer service at 1-800-688-8680. This recall replaces NHTSA recall 24V971.
Components: Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint; Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper ball joint; Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 22, 2015NHTSA 15V239000628 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Frame and members

Summary: 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.
Consequence: If the frame welds crack, the frame may fall and contact the pavement, stopping the vehicle suddenly and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 4, 2010NHTSA 10V080000142 vehicles potentially affected

Parking brake

Summary: Gem is recalling certain model year 2009 neighborhood electric vehicles. The parking brake cable may have been improperly crimped. This could cause the parking brake cable to separate from the actuator handle while applied.
Consequence: The vehicle could roll away on a hill creating a risk of crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the parking brake lever assembly free of charge. The safety recall began on March 10, 2010. Owners may contact gem at 866-764-0616.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2009 GEM Elxd were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2009 GEM Elxd have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, wheels, structure, parking brake. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2009 GEM Elxd recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a GEM dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2009 GEM Elxd?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.