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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN LPSED3KA5ML017925 · Checked Aug 20, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 16

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LPSED3KA5ML•••••• 2021 Polestar POLESTAR 2

That is about average for the 2021 Polestar POLESTAR 2 — 13 complaints per build across 11 builds.

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142on the model
11builds in total
Most reported Back Over Prevention 12 Electrical System 2 Visibility/wiper 2 Forward Collision Avoidance 1

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Visibility/wiper Dec 2025
The backup camera fails to activate, freezes up, or turns off while backing up. The rear window of this vehicle and the height of the trunk block visual sight lines making the camera essential. I am a software engineer, it is clear to me that the combination information screen…
Steering Nov 2025
When making a sharp left turn at full steering lock the car makes clicking noises. Service center states it is CV joint related and several cars with this performance suspension have this problem. It may be a safety hazard should the CV joint fail and it is a known issue
Back Over Prevention Oct 2025
Backup camera often doesn’t work when reversing even after previous recall
Electrical System Jun 2025
Rear view camera unavailable when car is put into reverse. Blank screen or lagging screens when backing up can put myself and others at risk of harm or great bodily injury. Car has been serviced for this recall previously and has not been resolved. Manufacturer will need to…
Unknown Or Other Oct 2024
I recently started noticing a clicking/tapping noise coming from the rear. It is only when I’m braking under about 20mph. I’ve done some research and it seems other people have had similar issues. It may be caused by the axles in the car but not totally sure
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN LPSED3KA5ML017925 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.