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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 has 14 documented known issues, with 6 rated critical. The most serious are Polestar 2 BMS Software Recall — Charge Limit Mis-Reporting ($0-$0 repair), Polestar 2 Front Inverter Recall (Capacitor Tin-Plating Defect) — Sudden Power Loss ($0-$0 repair), Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) Microprocessor Reset — High-Voltage Disconnect and Loss of Drive Power (Recall 21V110) ($0-$0 repair), DC Fast-Charge Session Aborts and Charge-Circuit Fuse Failure — Charge Port Turns Red With 'Charging Error' ($0-$3,500 repair), One Pedal Drive Loss of Brake Function on Extended Downhill Coasting (Recall 25V409) ($0-$0 repair) and Rearview Camera Blank in Reverse — Infotainment Head Unit / Parking Camera Sync Failure (Three Successive Recalls) ($0-$0 repair). Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $350 to $3,500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2023 Polestar 2 vehicles. The front left lower ball joint may have been incorrectly installed, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the steering knuckle.
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
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.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 has 14 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Polestar 2 BMS Software Recall — Charge Limit Mis-Reporting, Polestar 2 Front Inverter Recall (Capacitor Tin-Plating Defect) — Sudden Power Loss, Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) Microprocessor Reset — High-Voltage Disconnect and Loss of Drive Power (Recall 21V110). Of these, 6 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 has 14 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 6 issues are rated critical: Polestar 2 BMS Software Recall — Charge Limit Mis-Reporting and Polestar 2 Front Inverter Recall (Capacitor Tin-Plating Defect) — Sudden Power Loss and Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) Microprocessor Reset — High-Voltage Disconnect and Loss of Drive Power (Recall 21V110) and DC Fast-Charge Session Aborts and Charge-Circuit Fuse Failure — Charge Port Turns Red With 'Charging Error' and One Pedal Drive Loss of Brake Function on Extended Downhill Coasting (Recall 25V409) and Rearview Camera Blank in Reverse — Infotainment Head Unit / Parking Camera Sync Failure (Three Successive Recalls). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Polestar Polestar 2 issues range from $0 to $3,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Polestar 2 BMS Software Recall — Charge Limit Mis-Reporting, typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
Polestar issued multiple software recalls for the battery management system (BMS) in early Polestar 2 cars — symptoms varied but included incorrect state-of-charge display, premature regen disable, and charging session terminating early. NHTSA recall 23V-101 (and earlier software… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
Polestar announced a global recall in late October 2020 for early-production 2021 Polestar 2 vehicles — approximately 4,586 globally — to replace a defective front inverter. Terminals of capacitors within the inverter module had defective tin-plating, allowing short-circuiting an… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
A fault in the BECM microprocessor operating system causes the processor to reset while the car is in operation. The reset drops the high-voltage contactors, disconnecting the traction pack from the drive units and producing an immediate loss of propulsion with no warning. NHTSA… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
A recurring charging fault where a DC session initiates — the port light goes yellow then green — and then terminates within seconds, the port light turns red, and the car reports 'Charging error, please reconnect' on the display and in the app. Some cars fail on DC only and cont… Repairs typically run $0-$3,500. Severity: high.
A brake-control software fault: if the driver selects One Pedal Drive and then coasts downhill for at least about 1 minute 30 seconds without ever touching the brake pedal, the vehicle can lose braking functionality. The blended regen/friction brake strategy stops commanding the… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
The rearview camera image fails to display when the car is shifted into reverse; drivers instead see a 'Camera is temporarily unavailable' message or a blank screen. Polestar traced it to a synchronization error between the Parking Assist Camera (PAC) and the Google-based Infotai… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
Polestar 2 charge port door — operated by the small button on the door — can stick, particularly in cold weather or after debris collection in the latch mechanism. Some VINs received TSB action for revised latch hardware. Repairs typically run $0-$600. Severity: medium.
Pre-heat-pump Polestar 2 (2021-2022, before the 2023+ heat pump option) used a PTC resistive HV coolant heater that has documented failure cases — symptoms include no cabin heat, charging-related thermal warnings, and reduced winter range. Polestar covers under warranty. Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: medium.
Because one-pedal regen does nearly all the deceleration, the Polestar 2's friction brakes are rarely used hard enough to heat up and drive off moisture. The rear discs double as the electric park brake, so residual moisture is clamped under the pad every time the car is parked. Repairs typically run $350-$1,200. Severity: medium.
Owners report the traction pack losing a significant percentage of state of charge while the car sits parked — well beyond normal thermal conditioning — sometimes several percent per day and in extreme cases enough to make trip planning unreliable. The cause is control modules fa… Repairs typically run $0-$600. Severity: medium.
Excessive play where the halfshaft splines engage the wheel hub or the drive unit output produces a rhythmic click or tick that owners describe as a 'wheel of fortune' sound. It is loudest when decelerating to a stop and when transitioning between regen and coast — precisely the… Repairs typically run $0-$1,200. Severity: medium.
A widely reported chassis noise: creaking, knocking or clonking from the top of the front struts during acceleration and braking, over bumps, turning into corners, and even when the steering wheel is turned with the car stationary. The noise traces to the upper strut mount bearin… Repairs typically run $500-$2,200. Severity: medium.
Polestar 2 reports 12V auxiliary battery drain during long parking, particularly when "Always-on Connectivity" features (Polestar app + remote diagnostics) are enabled. Pattern shared with sister Volvo XC40 Recharge. Multiple software updates have improved parasitic draw. Repairs typically run $0-$350. Severity: medium.
Polestar 2 was the first car to launch with Google's Android Automotive OS native (not Android Auto projection). Owners report glitches: Google Maps freezes, Spotify audio drops, Assistant unresponsive, voice commands ignored, app crashes after OTA. Most resolve with later softwa… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: low.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
