2014 Gem El problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2014 Gem El — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other El years?

El NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2014 Gem El have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V485000Body & StructureJuly 19, 2018 · 1,946 units

Defect

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2011-2016 GEM E2, E2L, ELXD, and EL electric vehicles. The lower main frame tube may crack which can result in failure of the secondary upper cab frame.

Consequence

If the upper cab frame fails, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy

Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional frame brace to the lower frame tubes, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-743-3436. Polaris' number for this recall is L-18-03.

2014 Gem El — common questions

Is the 2014 Gem El reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2014 Gem El have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Gem El. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 Gem El under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2014 compare to other El years?

Does the 2014 Gem El have recalls?

2014 Gem El — common questions

Is the 2014 Gem El reliable?

Does the 2014 Gem El have recalls?

Is the 2014 Gem El under NHTSA investigation?

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