2006 Gem Nev problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2006 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other Nev years?

Nev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2006 Gem Nev problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Electrical System	4	100%	▲ up

Does the 2006 Gem Nev have recalls?

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

06V369000Electrical SystemSeptember 28, 2006 · 170 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN LOW SPEED VEHICLES, THREE BOLTS ON THE BACK OF THE POWER SIGNAL DISTRIBUTION MODULE (PSDM) MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED PROPERLY WHICH COULD CAUSE A TOTAL LOSS OF POWER TO THE VEHICLE.

Consequence

A LOSS OF POWER WILL RENDER THE CAR INOPERATIVE AND, IF IT HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING, CAN RENDER THE VEHICLE A ROAD HAZARD. ADDITIONALLY, LOSS OF HEADLAMP, TAIL LAMP OR TURN SIGNAL LAMP FUNCTIONS COULD LIMIT THE VEHICLE'S VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE, AS NECESSARY, THE POWER SIGNAL DISTRIBUTION MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GLOBAL ELECTRIC AT 1-888-871-4367.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“GLOBAL ELECTRIC MOTORCAR (GEM) VEHICLES CATCH FIRE EITHER WHEN CHARGING OR WHILE SITTING IDLE AND LEFT UNATTENDED. I AM INVOLVED WITH 5 FIRES, ALL DEALING WITH PROPERTY DAMAGE AND KNOW OF 3 OTHERS THAT HAVE TAKEN PLACE IN THE COUNTRY OVER THAT PAST COUPLE OF YEARS. *TR”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 6, 2006 · fire

2006 Gem Nev — common questions

Is the 2006 Gem Nev reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2006 Gem Nev have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2006 Gem Nev. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2006 Gem Nev 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 2006 compare to other Nev years?

What are the most common 2006 Gem Nev problems?

Does the 2006 Gem Nev have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2006 Gem Nev — common questions

Is the 2006 Gem Nev reliable?

Does the 2006 Gem Nev have recalls?

Is the 2006 Gem Nev under NHTSA investigation?

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