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2001 Gem Nev problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2001 Gem Nev — 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.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2001 compare to other Nev years?

Nev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted5 complaints1999: 1 complaints2000: 2 complaints2001: 3 complaints2002: 5 complaints2003: 2 complaints2004: 0 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 4 complaints2007: 1 complaints2009: 0 complaints
Nev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2001 Gem Nev problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes133%
Electrical System133%
Lighting133%

Does the 2001 Gem Nev have recalls?

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

06V222000Electrical SystemJune 21, 2006 · 27,350 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN 2 AND 4 PASSENGER, SHORT AND LONG BED LOW SPEED VEHICLES, THE 12 VOLT OUTPUT FROM THE AUXILIARY CARD CIRCUIT BOARD (A DC VOLTAGE TO DC VOLTAGE CONVERTER) MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE AND RESULT IN LOSS OF HEADLAMP, TAIL LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP FUNCTIONS.

Consequence

A LOSS OF HEADLAMPS COULD IMPAIR A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. IF THERE IS A LOSS OF TAIL LAMP OR TURN SIGNAL LAMP FUNCTION, A FOLLOWING DRIVER MAY NOT KNOW WHEN THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN APPLIED OR THAT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT IS TURNING, A REAR-END CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUXILIARY CARDS, INSTALL A SPLASH/SPRAY PROTECTION, AND ADJUST THE DASH SEAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GLOBAL ELECTRIC AT 888-871-4367.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 GLOBAL ELECTRIC MOTOR CAR E825. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL 06V222000. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER, AND MADE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE RECALL TO BE REPAIRED, BUT HE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE TOWING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 16, 2007

“I OWN A GEM THAT IS UNDER A RECALL (LIGHTS BRAKE LITE,TURNSIGNAL AND HEAD LAMPS INOP) I WAS TOLD I AM RESPONSIBLE TO TAKE IT 100 MILES TO MY NEAREST DEALER. ISN'T THE MANUFACTURE RESPONSIBLE TO PICK IT UP. IT IS ILLEGAL TO DRIVE. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · August 7, 2010

“I OWN A GEM THAT IS UNDER A RECALL (LIGHTS BRAKE LITE,TURNSIGNAL AND HEAD LAMPS INOP) I WAS TOLD I AM RESPONSIBLE TO TAKE IT 100 MILES TO MY NEAREST DEALER. ISN'T THE MANUFACTURE RESPONSIBLE TO PICK IT UP. IT IS ILLEGAL TO DRIVE. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 7, 2010

2001 Gem Nev — common questions

Is the 2001 Gem Nev reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2001 Gem Nev have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2001 Gem Nev. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2001 Gem Nev under NHTSA investigation?

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

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.