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NHTSA Recall 25V409000: Software (service brakes) and service brakes

Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2021–2024 Polestar Polestar 2.

2
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2025
owners notified (July 18)
NHTSA campaign25V409000
Manufacturer campaignRP1061
ComponentsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › ELECTRIC › CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE; SERVICE BRAKES
Report receivedJuly 2, 2025
Owner notificationJuly 18, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V409000

Make and modelModel years
Polestar Polestar 22021, 2024

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.