2022 Polestar Polestar 2 recalls and problems

The 2022 Polestar Polestar 2 has 4 safety recalls and 306 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Polestar dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
306
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2022 Polestar Polestar 2 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2022 Polestar Polestar 2 recalls

Recall 25V-615: Back Over Prevention

Reported Sep 15, 2025 · 27,816 vehicles affected · Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 4, 2026. Owners may contact Polestar's customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1069. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 20, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recalls 24V477 and 25V280. Vehicles previously repaired under those recalls will need to have the new remedy performed.

Recall 25V-280: Back Over Prevention

Reported Apr 25, 2025 · 27,816 vehicles affected · Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.

Problem: 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 Visibility."

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.

Fix: 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 for this recall is RP1056. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under 24V-477 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Recall 24V-477: Equipment, Back Over Prevention

Reported Jun 26, 2024 · 25,825 vehicles affected · Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.

Problem: 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 111, "Rear Visibility."

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

Fix: 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. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1016.

Recall 21V-110: Electrical System

Reported Feb 24, 2021 · 3,457 vehicles affected · Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Fix: 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 contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is R10079.

2022 Polestar Polestar 2 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Back Over Prevention217
Electrical System47
Unknown or Other40
Visibility/Wiper20
Forward Collision Avoidance10
Fuel/Propulsion System10
Lane Departure9
Service Brakes5
Power Train5
Vehicle Speed Control4
Suspension4
Exterior Lighting3

Most reported parts

  • Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 197
  • Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 10
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 8
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 6
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 4
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 4
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
  • Lane Departure › Warning — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 20,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2022 Polestar Polestar 2 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Nov 2, 2026
While driving my 2022 Polestar 2 Dual Motor, the vehicle suddenly lost propulsion without any prior warning. The vehicle decelerated rapidly, as though the brakes were being applied. During the incident, I heard a loud clanking sound. After the vehicle lost propulsion, the dashboard displayed the warning message “Propulsion System Failure.” Following the incident, the vehicle would not engage Drive and remained in Park. The vehicle was taken to an authorized Polestar service center in North Hills, California, for diagnosis. The cause of the failure has not yet been determined. I am…
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Aug 31, 2026
When getting into the vehicle to drive, there are instances where one is unable to put the vehicle into drive. Center driver screen displays an issue “remove charge cable before start” and there is no charging cable connected to the vehicle. I have been put in situations in which I have been late to events, deliveries I had to drop off have been late, and I have been stuck/stranded in random places. Not just the grocery store parking lot or even at home, but peoples driveways while performing deliveries. I would imagine other drivers have been in similar situations. Polestar knows this is…
Electrical System · reported Aug 8, 2026
Driver information display has not been turning on when car wakes from sleep on hot days, typically over 105 degrees and parked for over five hours. Driver unable to see current speed, current state of charge, etc. Display turns on, with no issues, the next morning or after the car is parked in the shade for more than 30 mins.
Electrical System · reported Aug 3, 2026
Electric vehicle DC charging pins have defective insulator on its tip. The insulator freely rotates, is loose, and one has fallen off or can get stuck in charger handles. The easily detachable insulator, if not present, can cause shorting and arcing of high voltage at the charge port. Polestar has specified the charge port is an important safety related component in communications with them. With the defective charge port DC insulator easily falling off, this could lead to electrocution, fire at charge port due to melting pins from arcing, damage to charging station plugs. The service center…
Back Over Prevention · reported Jul 1, 2026
When starting the vehicle and placing it in reverse, the center screen was frozen and did not show the backup camera or other sfaety information. Safety was put at risk because reverse visiblity / backover prevention were impaired. Other functions such as reverse auto brake were likely unavailable, or a least unmonitored (rear cross traffic allert was definitely unavailable as it depends on the center screen). This was resolved by re-parking the vehicle and rebooting the infotainment system / center screen. It has not been independently reproduced or inspected, as it's presenting as random…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Polestar Polestar 2 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 Polestar Polestar 2: 25V-615 (back over prevention), 25V-280 (back over prevention), 24V-477 (equipment, back over prevention), 21V-110 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Polestar Polestar 2?

Owners report back over prevention problems most often (217 reports), followed by electrical system (47). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 20,000 miles.

Are Polestar recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Polestar dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.