Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2022 Polestar Polestar 2
The 2022 Polestar 2 is a stylish electric vehicle but has recurring software issues affecting visibility and electrical systems. It's especially prone to rearview camera and battery control problems. Ensure any recalls are addressed before buying.
Known issues to inspect
Rearview camera failure
How to check: Test the camera display when shifting to reverse.
BMS microprocessor resets
How to check: Check for any warning lights related to the battery.
Infotainment software glitches
How to check: Operate the infotainment system to check responsiveness.
Visibility issues
How to check: Inspect wipers and visibility in different lighting.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual electrical system sounds.
Red flag: Unexpected whirring or clicking noises.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check dashboard for warning lights.
Red flag: Battery or electrical system warnings.
- 03
Shifting to reverse
What to check: Verify rearview camera display functionality.
Red flag: Camera image fails to appear.
- 04
Initial acceleration
What to check: Notice any lag in power delivery.
Red flag: Power hesitation or jerking motion.
- 05
Low-speed maneuvers
What to check: Evaluate visibility through rearview mirrors.
Red flag: Significant blind spots or poor camera view.
- 06
Infotainment use
What to check: Test responsiveness of touchscreen controls.
Red flag: Lagging or unresponsive interface.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the rearview camera issue been fixed?
- Are there any battery warnings or concerns?
- Are software updates current?
- Has the infotainment system been reliable?
- Any recent electrical repairs?
- Has the vehicle been in any accidents?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair receipts
- Battery health report
- Infotainment system service records
- Software update history
- Accident and damage reports
Generated by gpt-4o on 8/20/2026. Grounded in the NHTSA recall corpus and owner-complaint patterns for the 2022 Polestar Polestar 2.