2024 Polestar Polestar 2
Only 25 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2024
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2024: 25 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 148 |
| 2022 | 305 |
| 2023 | 117 |
| 2024 | 25 |
| 2025 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 25 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Back over prevention
14 of 25 total reports mention: back over prevention, most commonly citing camera and warnings.
Electrical system
5 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing camera/sensor.
Show complaint excerpts
I would go into reverse and the camera would appear but then disappear as Iâm backing up. No more blinking or telling me I am about to crash. Even 3D camera doesnât work. Drivetrain feels very strange since last OTA update.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-01
Also filed under Power train
A 2024 Polestar 2 electric vehicle was purchased used from a dealership. At the time of purchase the eCall service light was illuminated. The dealership dismissed the warning light as nothing to be concerned about.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-26
Also filed under Structure
Tires
5 of 25 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
Show complaint excerpts
Leased vehicle 7-25-24. Driverâs rear tire had ongoing slow leak beginning several months after start of lease. We filled with air and reset stored tire pressure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-10
Visibility/wiper
2 of 25 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
Visibility
2 of 25 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing rearview mirrors/devices and defroster/defogger/hvac system.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2024-08-09Back over prevention, equipment24V477000 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.
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2025-01-17Air bags24V939000 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.
Remedy: 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.
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2025-06-20Back over prevention25V280000 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.
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2025-07-09Recall queryOpen Loss of rear-view camera image
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2025-07-18Service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic25V409000 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.
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2026-06-12Back over prevention25V615000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2024 Polestar Polestar 2 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Back over prevention: 14 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 24V477000 · Back over prevention, equipment
- Recall 24V939000 · Air bags
- Recall 25V280000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 25V409000 · Service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 25V615000 · Back over prevention
FAQ
- Is the 2024 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 2024 Polestar Polestar 2?
- The most-reported component is back over prevention, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2024 Polestar Polestar 2 have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.