Polestar 2: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 14,852 Polestar 2 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2020 and 2026.
In a sample of 383 cars, 29.8% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (8.4% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 7 recalls for this model; 0% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.3% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 8.4% |
| Drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing | 7.3% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 6.5% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 3.7% |
| Tyre damaged | 3.4% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 2.6% |
| Tyre pressures on one axle unequal | 1.3% |
| Brake disc badly corroded | 0.8% |
| Rear fog light not working (properly) | 0.8% |
| Windscreen washer not working | 0.8% |
Share of 383 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 3.9% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 14,852 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.3% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.4% |
| First registered | 2020 to 2026 |
All Polestar 2 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23 | brakes | serious | 157 |
| 2024-09-20 | seats | serious | 2 |
| 2023-07-28 | suspension | serious | 4 |
| 2021-02-25 | other | serious | 3,694 |
| 2020-10-30 | electrical system | serious | 1,460 |
| 2020-10-06 | transmission and drivetrain | serious | 2,013 |
| 2020-10-05 | lights | – | 486 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Polestar 2 fail the APK?
In a sample of 383 cars first registered 2012–2021, 29.8% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Polestar 2?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (8.4%), drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing (7.3%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (6.5%).
Does the Polestar 2 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 7 recalls. 0% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.