Safety score
29/100
Above-average recall-severity risk Lower recall-severity risk than 29% of vehicles we track.

The Polestar Polestar 3 scores 29 out of 100 (grade D), a busier recall record than most. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 50% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 100% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.

Those 6 campaigns span 1 model year of the Polestar Polestar 3. The single largest affected 3,664 vehicles, over back over prevention. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common Polestar 3 problems owners report.

The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Polestar Polestar 3 may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.

Polestar Polestar 3 recalls by affected system

Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.

Recalls by model year

2025 Polestar Polestar 3 Recalls

6 recalls affect the 2025 Polestar Polestar 3, involving the electrical system, seats, and structure.

Every Polestar Polestar 3 recall in detail

Seats

NHTSA 26V037000
Affected years
2025 Polestar Polestar 3
Vehicles in this recall
213
Reported
Jan 23, 2026
Owners notified
Mar 20, 2026

Defect: Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2025 Polestar 3 vehicles. The striker brackets that secure the rear seat backrest may be loose. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

Risk: A loose rear seat backrest may fall forward and allow cargo to enter the cabin during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat backrest striker bracket mounting nuts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 4, 2026. Owners may contact Polestar's customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1079. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 30, 2026.

NHTSA campaign number 26V037000.

Structure

NHTSA 25V555000
Affected years
2025 Polestar Polestar 3
Vehicles in this recall
68
Reported
Aug 26, 2025
Owners notified
Sep 30, 2025

Defect: Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2025 Polestar 3 vehicles. The hood wing front bumper may be missing bolts, allowing the bumper to detach.

Risk: A detached bumper can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Polestar will inspect the hood wing bumper for missing screws. If any screws are missing, the bumper and screws will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2025. Owners may contact Polestar's customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1064.

NHTSA campaign number 25V555000.

Visibility

NHTSA 25V420000
Affected years
2025 Polestar Polestar 3
Vehicles in this recall
33
Reported
Jul 14, 2025
Owners notified
Jul 25, 2025

Defect: Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2025 Polestar 3 vehicles. The panoramic glass sunroof may not be properly secured and can detach.

Risk: A detached glass sunroof can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Polestar will replace the panoramic glass sunroof, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2025. Owners may contact Polestar's customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1060.

NHTSA campaign number 25V420000.

Electrical System

NHTSA 25V453000
Affected years
2025 Polestar Polestar 3
Vehicles in this recall
969
Reported
Jul 7, 2025
Owners notified
Jul 31, 2025

Defect: Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2025 Polestar 3 vehicles. Water may damage the electrical connectors between the engine bay and front bumper cable harnesses.

Risk: Damage to harnesses can cause various electrical malfunctions, such as a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy: Polestar will replace the bumper harness and the inline front bumper/engine bay connector on the engine bay harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2025. Owners may contact Polestar's customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1063.

NHTSA campaign number 25V453000.

Back Over Prevention

NHTSA 25V293000
Affected years
2025 Polestar Polestar 3
Vehicles in this recall
3,664
Reported
May 7, 2025
Owners notified
Jun 24, 2025

Defect: Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain Polestar 3 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."

Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 24, 2025. Owners may contact Polestar's customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1057.

NHTSA campaign number 25V293000.

Electrical System

NHTSA 24V940000
Affected years
2025 Polestar Polestar 3
Vehicles in this recall
6
Reported
Dec 18, 2024
Owners notified
Jan 17, 2025

Defect: Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2025 Polestar 3 hybrid electric vehicles. Fluctuations in the 12-volt system may have damaged the High to Low Voltage Converter Module (HLCM).

Risk: A damaged HLCM reduces the system's ability to convert energy, causing a sudden loss in drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the High to Low Voltage Converter Module (HLCM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1043.

NHTSA campaign number 24V940000.

Common questions about Polestar Polestar 3 recalls

Does the Polestar Polestar 3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on record for the Polestar Polestar 3 across the 2025 model years. The most common areas are the electrical system, seats, and structure.
How many times has the Polestar Polestar 3 been recalled?
The Polestar Polestar 3 has 6 recall campaigns from the 2025 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
What is the most serious Polestar Polestar 3 recall?
The most serious recall on record involves the back over prevention, affecting 3,664 vehicles. A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Which Polestar Polestar 3 model year has the most recalls?
The 2025 Polestar Polestar 3 has the most, with 6 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
How do I check if my Polestar Polestar 3 has an open recall?
Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.

Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.