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Polestar 1 recalls and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the Polestar 1, covering model years 2020 to 2021, and no owner complaints filed under this model name.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 4 recall campaigns on file
  • 2 model years with data (2020–2021)
  • latest recall 24V835000 (reported Nov 5, 2024)

Polestar 1 recalls

4 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name 1, newest first. The 4 campaigns cover model years 2020 to 2021. The 2020 and 2021 model years appear in the most campaigns (3 each).

  • 4 recall campaigns
Polestar 1 recall campaigns covering each model year
2020: 3 campaigns2021: 3 campaigns

  1. NHTSA campaign 24V835000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages

    Model year 2020

    Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2020 Polestar 1 vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.

    Consequence:
    Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will tighten the pushrod screw joint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2024. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1039.

    Filed by Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 23V361000

    Reported

    Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery

    Model years 2020–2021

    Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Polestar 1 vehicles. Defective high-voltage battery cells may cause the battery to overheat when fully charged.

    Consequence:
    The high-voltage battery overheating increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 22V926000

    Reported

    Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery

    Model years 2020–2021

    Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Polestar 1 vehicles. Defective high-voltage battery cells may cause the battery to overheat when fully charged.

    Consequence:
    The high-voltage battery overheating increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 21V683000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Retractor; Seat Belts › Front › Retractor; Seat Belts

    Model year 2021

    Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021 Polestar PS1 vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Consequence:
    An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2021. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is R10112.

    Filed by Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Polestar 1 questions

3 questions

How many recalls does the Polestar 1 have?

NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recall campaigns for the Polestar 1, covering model years 2020 to 2021. The most recent, 24V835000, was reported on November 5, 2024 and is filed under “Service brakes, hydraulic”. The 2020 and 2021 model years are covered by the most campaigns (3 each).

Which Polestar 1 model years do the recalls cover?

The 4 campaigns cover model years 2020 to 2021. The 2020 and 2021 model years appear in the most campaigns (3 each). NHTSA has no owner complaints filed under the model name 1, so this page has no complaint statistics.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Polestar 1?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Polestar dealer.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.