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PolestarReliability & Safety Statistics

NHTSA complaint data, recall history, and AI-powered analysis for all Polestar models. Data sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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72
Safety Score /100
Average Reliability
74
Complaints
6
Recall Campaigns
74
Total Complaints
2015–2026
6
Total Recalls
campaigns
4
Crash-Related
5.4% of complaints
1
Injuries Reported
across all models
1
Models Analyzed
of 5 total
89
Safety Score
Excellent
⚠️ Highest Complaint Years
2025(74)

These model years had the most NHTSA complaints across all Polestar models.

βœ… Most Reliable Years
2025(74)

Fewest recorded complaints β€” generally the safest years to buy used.

Complaint Trend (2015–2026)

037742015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints2025: 74 complaints2026: 0 complaints2015201720192021202320252026
ComplaintsRecalls

Top Complaint Components

Electrical Faults47 (41%)
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB10 (9%)
Fuel/Propulsion System10 (9%)
Back Over Prevention8 (7%)
Uncategorized Issues6 (5%)
Transmission / Drivetrain6 (5%)
Unintended Acceleration4 (4%)
Brake System4 (4%)
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AI Reliability Analysis

Editorial

Polestar, Volvo's EV performance brand, has low complaint rates due to relatively small US sales volumes. The Polestar 2 uses Google's Android Automotive system which has had some software-related complaints. Safety ratings are strong, inheriting Volvo's safety DNA.

πŸ’‘ Buyer Advice

Polestar 2 benefits from Volvo engineering and safety standards. Android Automotive integration is improving with updates. The brand is expanding its service network β€” verify coverage in your area before purchase.

⚠️ Top Reported Issues

1
Software/OTA Issues
2
Charging System
3
Android Automotive Bugs
Based on 74 NHTSA complaints collected 2015–2026.

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