Go Backs
HomeCategoriesStatesCheck Your Home
Go Backs

Track product recalls and safety alerts from CPSC, FDA, NHTSA, and USDA. Stay informed and keep your family safe.

Browse

  • Categories
  • States
  • Check Your Home
  • Risk Levels

Agencies

  • CPSC
  • FDA Food
  • FDA Drug
  • FDA Device
  • FDA Veterinary
  • NHTSA
  • USDA

Company

  • About
  • FAQ
  • Contact
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
Buy Me a Coffee

Recall data is sourced from official U.S. government agencies (CPSC, FDA, NHTSA, USDA) and processed using AI to improve readability. This site is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency. Always refer to the original agency notice for authoritative information.

ยฉ 2026 Go Backs. All rights reserved.

Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicles/Passenger Cars

2021 and 2024 Polestar 2 Recalled for Loss of Brake Function

Agency Publication Date: July 2, 2025
Share:
Sign in to monitor this recall

Summary

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. is recalling 2 affected 2021 and 2024 Polestar 2 vehicles because they may experience a loss of brake function. This safety issue occurs in specific driving scenarios, such as coasting down a hill while the "One Pedal Drive" feature is active. Polestar has released a free over-the-air (OTA) software update to fix this defect.

Risk

A sudden loss of braking capability significantly increases the risk of a crash, particularly when driving on inclines. While no injuries have been reported, the mechanical failure of the braking system under these conditions poses an immediate hazard.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall involves 2021 and 2024 Polestar 2 vehicles that may lose braking function while coasting down hills using the One Pedal Drive setting.
  2. Immediately stop using the "One Pedal Drive" feature in your vehicle settings until the software update has been successfully installed.
  3. Check your vehicle's center display for a notification regarding an over-the-air (OTA) software update; this repair is provided free of charge and does not require a visit to a service center if the update is completed successfully.
  4. If you have questions or cannot access the over-the-air update, contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504 and reference recall number RP1061.
  5. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for additional information regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

๐Ÿ”งOption 1: Free Repair

Over-the-air (OTA) software update

How to: Polestar has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners are advised not to use "One Pedal Drive" until the repair has been completed.
๐Ÿ“‹Option 2: Other Action

Safety Advisory

How to: Owners are advised not to use "One Pedal Drive" until the repair has been completed.

Affected Products

Product: 2021 Polestar 2

Recall number RP1061

Product: 2024 Polestar 2

Recall number RP1061

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 25V409000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.
Sold By: Authorized Polestar Retailers
Units Affected: 2 vehicles(100% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: July 18, 2025
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: RP1061
Agency Last Updated: August 29, 2025

Were You Affected by This Recall?

If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.

Find an Attorney

This is general information, not legal advice. Go Backs is not a law firm and does not provide legal services.

AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response