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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN YSMFD3KAXRL237214 · Checked Aug 28, 2026
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YSMFD3KAXRL•••••• 2025 Polestar POLESTAR 2

This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2025 Polestar POLESTAR 2 build (2 vs 1).

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1involved a crash
Most reported Back Over Prevention 2 Power Train 1 Electrical System 1

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Power Train crash May 2025
I would go into reverse and the camera would appear but then disappear as I’m backing up. No more blinking or telling me I am about to crash. Even 3D camera doesn’t work. Drivetrain feels very strange since last OTA update. Making weird noises when driving. Battery sounds like…
Back Over Prevention Jul 2025
See attached document for complaint. I am contacting you regarding Recall RP1056, which addresses a known defect where the rearview camera image may fail to display, increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury while reversing . Despite having the recall performed, my…

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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 YSMFD3KAXRL237214 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.