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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 25V409📅 Jun 18, 2025

2021, 2024 Polestar Polestar 2 recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021 and 2024 Polestar 2 vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.

💥 The risk

A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Owners are advised not to use "One Pedal Drive" until the repair has been completed. Polestar has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2025. Owners may contact Polestar's customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is RP1061.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
25V409000
Manufacturer recall #
RP1061
Manufacturer
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.
Vehicles affected
2
Component
SERVICE BRAKES; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Owner phone
1-800-806-2504
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jul 18, 2025
Built
Oct 24, 2020 – Apr 15, 2025
Recall started by
MFR

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 25V409 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 25V409?

2021, 2024 Polestar Polestar 2. 2 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Polestar dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-806-2504.