NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Polestar 2 Safety Ratings
The 2023 Polestar 2 scores 100 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Polestar 2 earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 100/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. Zero recalls, zero owner complaints filed with NHTSA, and a perfect NCAP sweep combine to make this one of the strongest safety profiles in the dataset for its model year.
The 2023 Polestar 2 received a NHTSA Safety Index of 100/100 and a five-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 92 Sedans from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Polestar 2 ranks 5 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 100 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.3% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 5 of 92 Sedans tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Polestar 2?
The 2023 Polestar 2 achieves the rarest outcome in our dataset: a perfect 100 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, matching its 2022 predecessor. This exceptional stability at the highest possible score reflects a vehicle that maintains peak safety performance. Crash protection for the 2023 Polestar 2 stands at 70 out of 70 points. This is anchored by five-star ratings across every NHTSA NCAP category. The vehicle demonstrates an 8 percent rollover risk and a dynamic no-tip result. Avoidance technology contributes 10 out of 10 points. Standard equipment includes forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The defect record is equally strong, earning 20 out of 20 points due to the complete absence of any recall campaign. Furthermore, the 2023 Polestar 2 has accumulated zero NHTSA complaint filings. This means no reported crash, fire, injury, or death allegations have been submitted for this model year. The Polestar 2 demonstrates the absolute maximum in every safety sub-component simultaneously.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Polestar 2 perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Polestar 2 achieves a perfect 5-star rating in every tested category by NHTSA. This includes overall, frontal, side, and rollover crash protection. The rollover risk is assessed at 8 percent, with a dynamic no-tip result, confirming a complete five-star safety performance across the board.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18930
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Polestar 2 have any recalls?
NHTSA shows zero recall campaigns on file for the 2023 Polestar 2. There are no open safety defect actions, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check at NHTSA.gov to confirm no campaign has opened since this data was compiled.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Polestar 2?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2023 Polestar 2. No crash, fire, injury, or death allegations have been filed. There are no top components to flag and no unverified allegations of any kind on record for this model year.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Polestar 2?
The 2023 Polestar 2 stands out for its lack of recalls at the time of this data collection, suggesting a low immediate remediation burden for owners. However, prospective buyers should always verify a specific vehicle's VIN on NHTSA.gov to confirm no new safety campaigns have been initiated and that any future remedies have been addressed.
- The 2023 Polestar 2 is one of the few vehicles in the MotorCaliber dataset to achieve a perfect 100/100 Safety Index with a full sub-component sweep: 70/70 crash protection, 10/10 avoidance tech, and 20/20 defect record simultaneously.
- NHTSA recorded zero recall campaigns for this specific model year, a result that directly contributes the maximum 20 out of 20 defect-record points to the Safety Index.
- Every NHTSA NCAP star category for this model year, including frontal, side, overall, and rollover, returned a five-star result, with a rollover risk of 8 percent and a no-tip outcome on the dynamic test.
- NHTSA holds zero owner complaint filings for the 2023 Polestar 2, meaning no crash, fire, injury, or death allegations have been reported to the federal database for this model year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Polestar 2 places
The 2023 Polestar 2 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Polestar 2 safety questions
Was the 2023 Polestar 2 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Polestar 2, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 100 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Polestar 2 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Polestar 2 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 8.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Polestar 2 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Polestar 2 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Polestar 2?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Polestar 2. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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Other 2 years
Rivals in Sedan (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Nissan Maxima | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18930), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Polestar 2 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 5 of 92 in the Sedan class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.