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ProblemsByVin File / 2021-POLESTAR-POLESTAR-1 NHTSA data synced 5 days ago
2021 · Polestar

Polestar Polestar 1 problems

3 active recall campaigns on file, no owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

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Reliability score
9.4 / 10

No owner complaints on NHTSA yet, so the reliability score is provisional. 3 active recalls on file — read those first.

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Should you avoid this 2021 Polestar 1?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 0 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 3 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 23V361000 May 22, 2023

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc

The high-voltage battery overheating increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery pack and restore the electric driving range as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 66, 2023. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is R102316. Note: This recall supersedes Recall 22V-926 (R10216). Any vehicle that received the interim repair under Recall 22V-926 (R10202) will still need to have the remedy for 23V-361 (R10216) performed.
severe NHTSA 22V926000 December 14, 2022

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc

The high-voltage battery overheating increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery cells, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to become ready by June 2023. As an interim repair, owners will need to take their vehicle to a dealership for a software update. Interim notices were mailed January 31, 2023. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is R10202. Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 23V361 (R102316). Any vehicle that received the interim repair under Recall 22V926 (R10202) will still need to have the remedy for 23V361 (R102316) performed.
severe NHTSA 21V683000 September 1, 2021

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2021. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is R10112.

Common questions

Is the 2021 Polestar Polestar 1 reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 0 owner complaints have been filed for the 2021 Polestar Polestar 1, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.

Should you avoid the 2021 Polestar Polestar 1?

Only 0 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 3 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2021 Polestar Polestar 1 without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What's the most common problem on the 2021 Polestar Polestar 1?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Polestar Polestar 1 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2021 Polestar Polestar 1?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 0 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2021/Polestar/Polestar 1. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Polestar. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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