2021 Polestar Polestar 2
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 147 |
| 2022 | 305 |
| 2023 | 114 |
| 2024 | 24 |
| 2025 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
84% of complaints: back over prevention — 123 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing camera and rearview system braking.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Cameras stopped working when backing out and collision with pole when reversing out
NHTSA ODI report, 20260211
Also filed under VISIBILITY/WIPER and LANE DEPARTURE
9% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASH6% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
4% of complaints: lane departure — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing blind spot detection and assist.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V110000 — check if this car was fixed
Pedestrian alert sounds
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V477000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V280000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of rear-view camera image
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V409000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V615000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2021 Polestar Polestar 2 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for back over prevention issues (123 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 21V110000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V477000 (back over prevention, equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V280000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V409000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V615000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Polestar Polestar 2?
The most-reported component is back over prevention, accounting for 84% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.