Complaints by model year
* Complaints compared with the median 1 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Latest Polestar 1 recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
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.
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.
Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery
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.
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.
Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery cells, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to become ready by June 2023.
Seat belts › Rear/other › Retractor
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Polestar 1 should you avoid?
None of the Polestar 1 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
How many recalls has the Polestar 1 had?
4 recalls across 2020–2021. The model year with the most is 2020. See all Polestar 1 recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.