On certain low-speed 2, 4, or 6-passenger short, long and long bed xd electric vehicles, an insufficient weld on the hand park lever brake assembly (parking brake) may fail. This failure causes a total loss of parking brake hold.
Covers2007 Gem Nev
1999-2007 · 8 model years
Gem Nev Problems by year
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the Gem Nev across 8 model years, and it has 3 recalls. The 2003 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (2). The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the brakes.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Nev complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Nev problems
Gem Nev recalls 3
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.
Covers2006 Gem Nev
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...
Latest Nev complaints
Waev, who is the current parent company of Global Electric Motorcars (GEM), has indicated to me that they are no longer responsible for performing NHTSA Recall # 06V-222000. The reason provided is the recall was issued in a safety bulletin from 2011, and Waev is claiming they are no longer liable for this recall due to the lack of available parts from reputable suppliers. I am aware of at least 2 reputable suppliers that have the kit available but Waev is refusing to order the kit from them. I am ready to file a...
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Class Action Lawsuit. Before I proceed, I want to confirm that Waev is still liable for this safety recall, and that it does not expire. I don't want my vehicle catching on fire. This is a serious safety concern.
I have two unrepaired recalls that are still open, however, I can't find a dealer that will complete the recalls on my vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gem nev. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 06v222000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
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
Gem 4car made by dalmar that we have is having issues again and gem car seems to avoid us on trying to fix it first the psdm board went out from the bolts not being tightened by the mfg and they refused to cover it now the unit is not working again will not move when pressing the gas pedal and again its the psdm board that we purchased for over 800.00 And they wont cover it. *Tr
Fire inside dash of vehicle. Fire was caused by a defective module that already has a safety recall. The mfg. Will not replace parts/repair vehicle. They state vehicle had recall done already. Replacement parts are not available as the recall updates supercedes these parts with an upgrade kit (the recall). *Tr
Questions about the Gem Nev
Which Gem Nev years have the most problems?
Which Gem Nev years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2004 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Nev years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Gem Nev problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (10), brakes (2), body, doors & structure (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Gem Nev have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls across all Gem Nev model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data