At the shop, Polestar electrical-system issues have a recognizable signature. 100 documented complaints across 4 year-model entries from 2021 to 2025 is consistent with what we see come in. The 2025 Polestar Polestar 3 is the standout — roughly 43% of the electrical-system complaint volume on Polestar's record traces to that year-model. 2 crash reports on file. Not a high count, but the failure mode has put owners in the position to file. Average shop fix runs about $850 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Read the specific complaints before assuming the worst — the category covers everything from a forty-dollar switch to a twenty-five-hundred-dollar module.
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4 model-year entries · 2021–2025
Polestar electrical problems
100 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Polestar vehicles for electrical issues. 3 active recall campaigns. See electrical across all makes →
Complaints
100
Recalls
3
Year-models
4
Avg fix
$850
2crashes
1injury
Worst-affected Polestar model-years for electrical Top 4 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4
2025 Polestar Polestar 3
43 complaints · 2 recalls · ~$850 severe
2022 Polestar Polestar 2
42 complaints · 1 recall · ~$850 moderate
2021 Polestar Polestar 2
9 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2023 Polestar Polestar 2
6 complaints · ~$850 moderate
Active recalls — Polestar electrical 5 on file
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc
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.
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.
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc
A damaged HLCM reduces the system's ability to convert energy, causing a sudden loss in drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the High to Low Voltage Converter Module (HLCM), 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 RP1043.
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.
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc
Damage to harnesses can cause various electrical malfunctions, such as a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Polestar will replace the bumper harness and the inline front bumper/engine bay connector on the engine bay harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2025. Owners may contact Polestar's customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1063.
Common questions
How many Polestar electrical complaints are on file with NHTSA?
100 complaints across 4 model-year entries from 2021 to 2025. 3 active recall campaigns cover electrical issues across the Polestar lineup.
Which Polestar model has the most electrical complaints?
The 2025 Polestar Polestar 3 leads with 43 complaints in this category. Next: 2022 Polestar 2 (42) and 2021 Polestar 2 (9).
What does it cost to fix Polestar electrical problems?
Independent shops average $850 for electrical repairs across the Polestar lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Polestar electrical recalls?
Yes — 5 active recall campaigns cover electrical on Polestar vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Polestar.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.