2021–2024 Polestar Polestar 2 recall: Equipment: electrical, infotainment, software
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 24V477000
- Reported
- June 26, 2024
- Manufacturer
- Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.
- Part
- Equipment: electrical, infotainment, software
- Vehicles affected
- About 25,825
What is wrong
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."
Safety risk
A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Polestar Polestar 2 (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.