Volvo / Polestar
Volvo / Polestar CMA pack (78 kWh, LG cells)
NMC (ratio not published) cells from LG Energy Solution (cells and modules) · 78 kWh total (75 kWh usable) · used in 3 model variants.
Pack reference
Pack overview
Known issues
How this pack ages (industry context)
Industry fleet aggregates: 2.3% average annual capacity loss across 22,700 EVs / 21 models (Geotab, 2026), and 95% range retention at 5 years on average across 30,000+ vehicles (Recurrent, 2026).
OEM warranty floor on this pack: 8 yr / 100k mi to 70% capacity.
Public per-pack degradation curves are not available for most models. Individual results vary materially with climate, charging behavior, and DC fast-charge frequency.
Vehicles using this pack
Battery-Related NHTSA Recalls
Recalls affecting battery, charging, electric propulsion, or thermal-event systems on vehicles using this pack, as of the last complaint-data run. Each campaign names the model generation it was filed against; the summary gives the model years covered.
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Polestar 2 vehicles. The Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) microprocessor may reset and cause the high voltage system to disconnect.
Consequence: A disconnected high voltage system can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Filed against: Polestar Polestar 2 2021-2024
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2022 XC40 Recharge vehicles. The Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) microprocessor may reset and cause the high voltage system to disconnect.
Consequence: A disconnected high voltage system can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Filed against: Volvo XC40 2021-2024
For TWD editorial coverage of major recall campaigns, see /recalls/.
Pack family
Volvo / Polestar CMA pack (78 kWh, LG cells) is part of the volvo-cma family. Related packs:
Frequently Asked Questions
What chemistry is the Volvo / Polestar CMA pack (78 kWh, LG cells)?
The Volvo / Polestar CMA pack (78 kWh, LG cells) uses NMC (ratio not published) chemistry. Cells are supplied by LG Energy Solution (cells and modules). Cell format has not been disclosed. Pack architecture: 27 modules, 400-volt class.
What is the warranty on this pack?
8 years or 100,000 miles, with capacity coverage to 70% of original. Specific terms vary by year and trim; check the manufacturer's warranty booklet for the exact vehicle.
How much does this pack degrade over time?
Industry-wide fleet aggregates show roughly 2.3% average annual capacity loss across 22,700 EVs (Geotab, 2026), with about 95% range retention at five years on average across Recurrent's 30,000+ vehicle fleet (2026). Public per-pack degradation curves are not available for most models. The Volvo / Polestar CMA pack (78 kWh, LG cells) battery warranty runs 8 years / 100,000 miles to a 70% capacity floor, which is the OEM-guaranteed minimum within that period. Individual results vary with climate, charging habits, and DC fast-charging frequency.
Which vehicles use the Volvo / Polestar CMA pack (78 kWh, LG cells)?
Polestar Polestar 2 2021-2024 (All versions 2021-2023; Dual motor only for 2024); Volvo XC40 2021-2024 (XC40 Recharge 2021-2023; Recharge Twin only for 2024); Volvo C40 2022-2024 (C40 Recharge 2022-2023; Recharge Twin only for 2024).