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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN YSMED3KA4PL129776 · Checked Oct 3, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 17

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YSMED3KA4PL•••••• 2023 Polestar POLESTAR 2

This build draws 4.4× more complaints than the average 2023 Polestar POLESTAR 2 build (17 vs 4).

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109on the model
28builds in total
Most reported Back Over Prevention 9 Electrical System 4 Visibility/wiper 2 Power Train 2

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Back Over Prevention Mar 2026
The backup camera consistently fails and displays a "Backup Camera is Temporarily Unavailable" message. Polestar is only issuing a software fix for this on model year 2026 Polestar 2s and a solution has not been offered for over 8 months now
Power Train Feb 2026
Constant camera issues. The rear camera only works half the time and when it does go it, it'll just cut off while driving in reverse. It's completely unreliable and dangerous. New update has affected the cars acceleration. Now when its below a certain degrees outside they…
Unknown Or Other Jul 2025
Safety cameras continue to not work. It was recalled recently and they sent an OTA software fix, but it only fixed the problem for a few days. The camera, especially rear camera, never goes on. It is always needed to stop and try again or start tapping the screen to make it…
Electrical System Jun 2025
The vehicle refuses to acknowledge the keys to the vehicle and refuses to shift to D or N. This is happened to my vehicle multiple times. The dealership from Polestar Austin refuses to repair the issue
Lane Departure Dec 2024
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The reverse cameras don't function. It doesn't turn on with a message on the center screen saying. The camera system is temporarily unavailable. Yes, it is available for inspection…
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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 YSMED3KA4PL129776 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.