NHTSA Recall 26V037000: Critical fasteners (seats)
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 213 vehicles. It affects 2025 Polestar Polestar 3.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V037000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RP1079 |
| Component | SEATS › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | January 23, 2026 |
| Owner notification | March 20, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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."
Safety risk
A loose rear seat backrest may fall forward and allow cargo to enter the cabin during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V037000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Polestar Polestar 3 | 2025 |
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.