Polestar is recalling 27,816 Polestar 2 electric vehicles in the United States due to a defect in the rearview camera system, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Friday.
The recall applies to Polestar 2 units sold in the U.S. prior to the 2025 model year. According to the NHTSA, the rearview camera may fail to display an image while reversing, which could increase the risk of an accident. Dealers will update the vehicle software free of charge to correct the issue.
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Polestar, the Swedish electric vehicle brand backed by Volvo and China’s Geely, halted U.S. orders for the China-made Polestar 2 amid rising uncertainty over tariffs. Earlier this week, the company suspended its 2025 outlook, citing potential disruption from the Biden administration’s proposed duties on Chinese EVs.
This latest recall follows a similar action by Polestar last year, when more than 25,000 Polestar 2 vehicles were recalled in the U.S. due to camera-related problems.
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In April, Polestar unveiled updates to the Polestar 2 for the 2026 model year, including a faster Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, upgraded infotainment responsiveness, enhanced charging functionality, and an optional Bowers & Wilkins audio system. The updated model is currently available for order in Europe.
Polestar has also confirmed that the Polestar 2 will receive a direct successor before the end of the decade.