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Polestar Polestar 2 Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

7 recall campaigns on record across 3 model years of the Polestar Polestar 2. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

7
Recall Campaigns
293
Owner Complaints
6
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths
3 affected model years6 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2021

Affected Model Years

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Electrical2 campaigns (29%)
Other2 campaigns (29%)
Brakes1 campaign (14%)
Suspension/Wheels1 campaign (14%)
Airbag1 campaign (14%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Polestar Polestar 2

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
128
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
29
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
26
VISIBILITY/WIPER
21
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
12
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
10
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
10
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
9
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
6
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
5

Based on 293 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 6 injuries reported.

All Polestar Polestar 2 Recall Campaigns

#21V1100002021 Polestar Polestar 2Electrical
Issued: Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Polestar 2 vehicles. The Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) microprocessor may reset and cause the high voltage system to disconnect.

Risk: A disconnected high voltage system can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Polestar will notify owners, and the software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2021. Owners may

#24V4770002021 Polestar Polestar 2Electrical
Issued: Invalid Date

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Polestar 2 vehicles. The Infotainment Head Unit (IHU) software may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number

Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Polestar has released an over-the-air IHU software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Pol

#25V2800002021 Polestar Polestar 2Other
Issued: Invalid Date

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Polestar 2 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visi

Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2025. Owners may contact Polestar's customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number f

#25V4090002021 Polestar Polestar 2Brakes
Issued: Feb 7, 2025

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021 and 2024 Polestar 2 vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.

Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to use "One Pedal Drive" until the repair has been completed. Polestar has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed

#25V6150002021 Polestar Polestar 2Other
Issued: Invalid Date

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Polestar 2 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed December 1, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available

#23V4760002023 Polestar Polestar 2Suspension/Wheels
Issued: Dec 7, 2023

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2023 Polestar 2 vehicles. The front left lower ball joint may have been incorrectly installed, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the steering knuckle.

Risk: The control arm disconnecting from the steering knuckle can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ball joint fastening bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 10, 2023. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1

#24V9390002024 Polestar Polestar 2Airbag
Issued: Invalid Date

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2024 Polestar 2 electric vehicles. The clamps may be improperly crimped on the driver's side inner far side air bag module (FSAB), which can cause the air bag to deploy improperly.

Risk: An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's side inner FSAB, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar'

Recalls by Component

1Airbag Recalls

#24V939000MY 2024

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2024 Polestar 2 electric vehicles. The clamps may be improperly crimped on the driver's side inner far side air bag m

1Brakes Recalls

#25V409000MY 2021

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021 and 2024 Polestar 2 vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "One Pedal Drive,

2Electrical Recalls

#21V110000MY 2021

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Polestar 2 vehicles. The Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) microprocessor may reset and cause the high v

#24V477000MY 2021

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Polestar 2 vehicles. The Infotainment Head Unit (IHU) software may prevent the rearview camera image from d

Polestar Polestar 2 Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Polestar Polestar 2 have?
The Polestar Polestar 2 has 7 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2021 through 2024.
Is my Polestar 2 under recall?
Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.
What is the most recalled Polestar 2 year?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 has the highest recall campaign count (5 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.
Does a Polestar 2 recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?
Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Who pays for recall repairs on a Polestar 2?
The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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