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ProblemsByVin File / 2025-POLESTAR-POLESTAR-2 NHTSA data synced 5 days ago
2025 · Polestar

Polestar Polestar 2 problems

2 active recall campaigns on file, only 1 owner complaint in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

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Reliability score
9.2 / 10

Limited NHTSA data — only 1 complaint on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 2 active recalls on file.

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Should you avoid this 2025 Polestar 2?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 1 NHTSA complaint on file — too few for a confident call. The 2 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 25V280000 April 25, 2025

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc

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.
severe NHTSA 25V615000 September 15, 2025

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc

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. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed December 1, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated June 12, 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.

Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA

RQ Back Over Prevention › Sensing System · opened July 2025

NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. RQ25004 on NHTSA →

How NHTSA investigations work, and what's open now →

Common questions

Is the 2025 Polestar Polestar 2 reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 1 owner complaint has been filed for the 2025 Polestar Polestar 2, 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 2025 Polestar Polestar 2?

Only 1 NHTSA complaint on file — too few for a confident call. The 2 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2025 Polestar Polestar 2 without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What's the most common problem on the 2025 Polestar Polestar 2?

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 2 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 2025 Polestar Polestar 2?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 1 complaint 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/2025/Polestar/Polestar 2. 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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