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2024 Polestar Polestar 2 Recalls, Issues & Maintenance

The 2024 Polestar Polestar 2 carries 5 open NHTSA recalls — most recently covering software and inflator module. Owners report 4 recurring issue clusters, led by “Tire tread separation and premature wear.” Polestar keeps EV maintenance sparse and time-based: a factory service every 2 years or 20,000 miles, whichever comes first, covering the cabin filter, wipers, inspections, and software. Two fine-print items matter. Services must happen within a month or 750 miles of the due point to keep warranty standing, and Polestar does not publish its full item-by-item chart publicly; the per-car Status and Warranty booklet and the dealer system govern, so figures beyond the master interval are dealer-level detail. The Polestar 1 is the exception in the lineup, a plug-in hybrid with a Volvo twin-charged engine that wants a conventional annual oil service.

5 Open Recalls

Source: NHTSA

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

Campaign #24V477000 · Jun 26, 2024

Issue: 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.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Campaign #24V939000 · Dec 18, 2024

Issue: 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.

Fix: 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's number for this recall is RP1044.

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Campaign #25V280000 · Apr 25, 2025

Issue: 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.

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

Campaign #25V409000 · Feb 7, 2025

Issue: 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.

Fix: 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 July 18, 2025. Owners may contact Polestar's customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1061.

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Campaign #25V615000 · Sep 15, 2025

Issue: 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 data refreshed Sep 13, 2026.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2024 Polestar Polestar 2.

Reported to NHTSA

Tire tread separation and premature wear

TIRES

3 NHTSA complaints · 2026-03 → 2026-07

“Leased vehicle 7-25-24. Driver’s rear tire had ongoing slow leak beginning several months after start of lease. We filled with air and reset stored tire pressure. This would last a couple months and same tire would begin to lose some pressure again”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11749463
“Michelin primacy all season 245/45r/19 102v Both rear tires cannot support the load of an rear wheel drive electric vehicle. Both tires wore through the tread at less than 20k miles. Warranty states they are good for 45k”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11746336
“On 03/29/2026 at approximately 11:00 AM, I was driving my 2024 Polestar 2 southbound on [XXX] near [XXX] in the center lane at approximately 80 mph in heavy traffic”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11728390

Read all complaints on NHTSA →

Rear-view camera failure after software update

BACK OVER PREVENTION

15 NHTSA complaints · 2023-12 → 2026-06

“After installing the recent software update (version 5.0.10) that was intended to fix the rear camera not appearing when shifting into reverse, my vehicle has continued to experience the same problem, now with significantly increased frequency”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11744434
“Rear view camera suddenly stopped working. The same problem happened 3 weeks back and Polestat sent a software update that is supposed to fix the issue. Read view camera worked for sometime, but again it is not working. In fact, no camera is working in this vehicle”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11674661
“The contact leased a 2024 Polestar Polestar 2. The contact stated that upon placing the vehicle in reverse(R) at night, the lighting for the back over prevention feature was inadequate”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11610183

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Defroster lockout and mirror visibility failure

VISIBILITY

2 NHTSA complaints · 2025-07 → 2025-12

“On a high humidity evening all of the windows fogged up but the climate system was completely unavailable to use. All of the buttons were “greyed out” and I could not operate the front or rear defroster”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11706491
“the mirrors on the car sometimes dont tilt back up when chnaging gears from reverse to drive , leading to limited visibility”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11673673

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Electrical system and infotainment lockup

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2 NHTSA complaints · 2024-02 → 2026-06

“I was having difficulty with the vehicle i.e charging, Internet connection and electronic driver information feedback”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11744735
“My electric system tied to the center console tablet stopped working. There was no active camera, lane assist warnings, music, maps/gps, etc. Nothing worked with no explanation”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11569417

Read all complaints on NHTSA →

Note: NHTSA also opened 1 defect investigation(s) on this vehicle that closed without action.

Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 13, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 13, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Factory Service

Every 20,000 mi

Every 2 years or 20,000 miles: inspections, cabin filter, wiper blades, and a software update. Land it within 1 month or 750 miles of the due point; the warranty language is specific about that.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free with any paid service. A flashlight and 10 minutes covers the basics yourself.

Tire Rotation

Every 7,500 mi

EV torque and weight wear tires fast; rotate around 7,500 miles where fitment allows. Performance-pack cars with staggered setups get wear checks instead.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Fluid

Every 24,000 mi

Polestar publishes no public interval; it lives in the per-car schedule. Every 2 to 3 years is sound EV practice, since regen braking leaves fluid aging unused.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 — match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Brake Inspection

Every 20,000 mi

Checked at each factory service. The risk on a regen-heavy car is corrosion and sticking, not wear; occasional firm stops keep the discs clean.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

Oil Service (Polestar 1 only)

Every 10,000 mi

The Polestar 1 PHEV carries a Volvo 2.0 twin-charged engine; an annual oil service around 10,000 miles follows Volvo practice for the shared powertrain, though Polestar publishes no standalone figure. Polestar 2, 3, and 4 have no engine.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 20,000 mi

Replaced at every 2-year factory service.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Battery & Drive Coolant

Every 100,000 mi

Checked and adjusted at services; no public replacement interval. Coolant work on the battery loop is dealer territory.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

12V Battery

Every 20,000 mi

Inspection-based, tested at services. The car cannot wake without it.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$225–$390

Shop

~$160–$280

DIY

~$130–$250

Most auto-parts stores test and install batteries free with purchase. Skip the dealer markup.

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2024 Polestar Polestar 2 reflects Polestar's published service intervals. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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