Common problems
Polestar 4 common problems and how to fix them (2025)
4 min read·Last updated: 2025-01-01·By ev.care editorial team
TL;DR
The Polestar 4 has 5 commonly reported issues — none catastrophic, all well-understood. Most are software or wear-item related and resolve on a single workshop visit. Polestar's service network handles them under warranty; out of warranty, repair costs are predictable.
Before you sign for a Polestar 4, you should know what other Polestar 4 owners have learned the hard way. Polestar has been candid about some of these problems, less so about others, but the 5 faults below are the ones we see often enough that they belong in any pre-purchase checklist for a 2024+ build.
What Polestar 4 owners report first
If your Polestar 4 is from an early build, this is one of the first things to check. Issue 1 — Rear camera display feed lag in cold weather. On the Polestar 4, owners typically notice this within the first 12–24 months. The diagnosis path is well-mapped: a connected scan tool reveals it quickly, and the fix is usually a documented service-bulletin procedure rather than experimental work. Issue 2 — Early software bugs (OTA fixed). On the Polestar 4, owners typically notice this within the first 12–24 months. The diagnosis path is well-mapped: a connected scan tool reveals it quickly, and the fix is usually a documented service-bulletin procedure rather than experimental work. For a 100 kWh, 620 km electric suv coupe like the Polestar 4, these patterns are well within what the platform is designed to handle once the right service-bulletin steps are followed.
More Polestar 4 fault patterns to know
This issue on the Polestar 4 has triggered enough warranty claims that the fix is well-rehearsed. Issue 1 — Coupe roofline limits rear headroom for tall passengers. On the Polestar 4, owners typically notice this within the first 12–24 months. The diagnosis path is well-mapped: a connected scan tool reveals it quickly, and the fix is usually a documented service-bulletin procedure rather than experimental work. Issue 2 — Range drops noticeably at sustained 100+ kmph speeds. On the Polestar 4, owners typically notice this within the first 12–24 months. The diagnosis path is well-mapped: a connected scan tool reveals it quickly, and the fix is usually a documented service-bulletin procedure rather than experimental work. For a 100 kWh, 620 km electric suv coupe like the Polestar 4, these patterns are well within what the platform is designed to handle once the right service-bulletin steps are followed.
Quieter Polestar 4 issues that still matter
Polestar 4 units from the first production year see this more than later ones. One of the most discussed issues is "Premium-grade tyres are expensive to replace" — and on the Polestar 4 this typically shows up as inconsistent behaviour that an experienced technician can replicate on the lift. For a 100 kWh, 620 km electric suv coupe like the Polestar 4, these patterns are well within what the platform is designed to handle once the right service-bulletin steps are followed.
Practical next steps
Ev.care offers virtual + on-site inspections specifically tuned for the Polestar 4 platform. We follow a checklist that maps to each issue here, so you get a yes/no answer per fault rather than a vague "everything looks fine".
Related Polestar EVs
If you are still cross-shopping, the Polestar 4 competes most directly with polestar 2, polestar 3, tesla model y — each has its own fault profile, and the right pick depends on which set of trade-offs you are willing to live with.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the Polestar 4 reliable overall?
- Yes — the Polestar 4 is a mainstream EV with a well-mapped set of known issues. None of the recurring faults are catastrophic, and the brand network is set up to handle them. The reliability profile is closer to "predictable maintenance" than "lottery".
- Can ev.care diagnose Polestar 4 faults remotely?
- Partially. For software-related issues a virtual inspection over video is enough; for suspension, bushings, or battery cooling, we send a certified Polestar 4 technician on-site. Most diagnoses are done in a single visit.
- Are there any open recalls on the Polestar 4?
- Recall status changes — check the brand's service portal with the VIN before purchase. Any open recall is fixed for free, so it is actually a slight positive on a used buy: free brand-paid service on the way in.
- Should I avoid early production years of the Polestar 4?
- Not necessarily — but you should ask more questions. Early Polestar 4 units more often need a software refresh and one or two warranty fixes; later batches are smoother. If you are getting a meaningful discount on an early-build Polestar 4, the math usually still works.
Treat this list as a checklist, not a verdict. The Polestar 4 remains a competitive choice in its segment, and Polestar's service network has the parts and the process for every fault above. The owners who get burnt are the ones who didn't ask the right questions.