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The Polestar 2 has navigated several high-profile recalls since its launch, which former CEO defended as part of the normal growth trajectory for a "nimble and fast" EV startup. As of April 2026, the company continues to address legacy software issues while transitioning toward its next-generation fleet. CEO Defense of Recalls and Performance
Ingenlath consistently framed early recalls as a proactive safety standard rather than a failure, arguing that they ensure no customer faces a safety risk.
: In late 2020, Ingenlath addressed a total recall of roughly 2,200 vehicles in Europe and China due to a logic fault in the Battery Energy Control Module that caused random shutdowns. He noted these were "very, very rare cases" and emphasized that no accidents or injuries occurred.
The Polestar 2's recall history is dominated by software and electronic issues typical of tech-heavy, Android-based EVs.
: Addressing the Polestar 2's initial 233-mile EPA rating (which trailed competitors like the Tesla Model 3), Ingenlath stated, "We know what the car does in reality," suggesting real-world results often exceeded official estimates and were sufficient for daily life.
: Ingenlath maintained that as a "fresh" startup, Polestar should not be expected to have everything go smoothly immediately, and he focused on excelling at customer service during the recall process. Major Recall Campaigns (2021–2026)