Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v batteryRecall 22V-926 · 2020–2021 Polestar Polestar 1
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. recall 22V-926 covers 66 2020–2021 Polestar Polestar 1 for a electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery problem, reported to NHTSA on December 14, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 91% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V926000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Polestar 1 vehicles. Defective high-voltage battery cells may cause the battery to overheat when fully charged.
The risk
The high-voltage battery overheating increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery cells, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to become ready by June 2023. As an interim repair, owners will need to take their vehicle to a dealership for a software update. Interim notices were mailed January 31, 2023. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is R10202. Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 23V361 (R102316). Any vehicle that received the interim repair under Recall 22V926 (R10202) will still need to have the remedy for 23V361 (R102316) performed.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.