Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- Component
- Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- Manufacturer
- Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 3
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2023-07-12
- Owners notified
- 2023-08-10
Defect description
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2023 Polestar 2 vehicles. The front left lower ball joint may have been incorrectly installed, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the steering knuckle.
Safety risk
The control arm disconnecting from the steering knuckle can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the ball joint fastening bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 10, 2023. Owners may contact Polestar customer service at 1-800-806-2504. Polestar's number for this recall is R10245.