⚠️ Polestar manufacturer position
Polestar/Volvo HV procedures apply. Any fuel introduced near electronics requires inspection and possible module replacement.
Vehicle information
| Make | Polestar |
|---|---|
| Model | Polestar 2 |
| Market status | Sold new in the US 2021–present |
| Body styles | Liftback (battery electric) |
| Generations | First generation BEV (2021–present; facelifts model year dependent) |
| Engine options | Electric: Single- or dual-motor BEV on Volvo CMA platform |
| Fuel tank capacity | Not applicable |
| Fuel system | 400 V class traction battery; separate 12 V system; no gasoline or diesel tank |
| Access method | Not applicable for fuel drain |
| Anti-siphon | Not applicable |
| Service portal | Polestar Service Information / Volvo VIDA |
Misfuel risk Not applicable
No fuel tank. Risk is foreign fluid in coolant, brake, or washer systems, or pouring gasoline into the charge port area.
If the engine was not started
Keep vehicle off and unplugged until inspected.
If the engine was started
Stop safely and tow — do not attempt fuel-system flushes on a BEV.
Access procedure
- If gasoline or unknown fluid entered any opening, do not drive or charge
- Disable HV per Polestar service information
- Identify contaminated system and drain per OEM only
- Inspect seals and wiring harnesses
- Tow to Polestar-authorized repair if HV components are suspect
Notes
- Some US Polestar 2 variants are dual-motor AWD
Related models
- Volvo XC40 Recharge
- Polestar 3
Frequently asked questions
Does the Polestar 2 use gasoline?
No. It is battery electric only in the US market.
What if someone poured gas into my Polestar 2?
Do not charge or drive. Have the vehicle inspected for contamination of seals, wiring, or the charge port — HV parts may need replacement.
Is there DEF on a Polestar 2?
No. DEF is for diesel exhaust aftertreatment; Polestar 2 is not a diesel vehicle.
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