2025 Polestar Polestar 3 recalls and problems
The 2025 Polestar Polestar 3 has 6 safety recalls and 79 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Polestar dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2025 Polestar Polestar 3 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2025 Polestar Polestar 3 recalls
Recall 26V-037: Seats
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Recall 25V-555: Structure
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Recall 25V-420: Visibility
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Recall 25V-453: Electrical System
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Recall 25V-293: Back Over Prevention
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Recall 24V-940: Electrical System
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
2025 Polestar Polestar 3 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 50 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 15 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 8 | |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | |
| Power Train | 6 | |
| Structure | 5 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | |
| Lane Departure | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Engine | 3 |
Most reported parts
- Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 7
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 7
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 5
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 3
- Lane Departure › Assist — 2
- Structure › Body — 2
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 2
- Lane Departure › Warning — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 745 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2025 Polestar Polestar 3 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Polestar Polestar 3 years
No other model years have data.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2025 Polestar Polestar 3 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2025 Polestar Polestar 3: 26V-037 (seats), 25V-555 (structure), 25V-420 (visibility), 25V-453 (electrical system), 25V-293 (back over prevention) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 Polestar Polestar 3?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (50 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance (15). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 745 miles.
Are Polestar recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Polestar dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.