Polestar Polestar 3 recall (26V037000)

Polestar · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V037000
Report Received: 2026-01-23
Manufacturer: Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.
Make: Polestar
Model(s): POLESTAR 3
Model Year(s): 2025
Component: SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Potentially Affected Units: 213

Defect Description

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."

Consequence

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.

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