Gem E4, E2 +9 more: Parking brake

Affects Gem E4, E2, E2L, E2S, Es, El, E6, E2 XLD, E6S, E4S, Elxd · 2010–2013 — about 4K vehicles.

The hazard

If the parking brake fails to engage while parking, the driver may not be able to prevent the vehicle from rolling away after exiting the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

What to do

Polaris will notify owners and dealers will replace the parking brake lever assembly free of charge. The safety recall began on January 29, 2013. Owners may contact Polaris customer service by calling 1-888-704-5290.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational