Vehicle recall 25V380000 · June 23, 2025
GEM E2, E4 and 2 more models
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.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V380000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 23, 2025
- Filed by
- GEM WAEV LLC
- Owner notification
- July 7, 2025
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 5,353
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint; Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper ball joint; Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Vehicles covered
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