Volvo / Polestar
Volvo / Polestar CMA pack (82 kWh, CATL cells)
NMC (ratio not published) cells from CATL (cells and modules) · 82 kWh total (79 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 2024-2025
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 2024-2025
For TWD editorial coverage of major recall campaigns, see /recalls/.
Pack family
Volvo / Polestar CMA pack (82 kWh, CATL cells) is part of the volvo-cma family. Related packs:
Frequently Asked Questions
What chemistry is the Volvo / Polestar CMA pack (82 kWh, CATL cells)?
The Volvo / Polestar CMA pack (82 kWh, CATL cells) uses NMC (ratio not published) chemistry. Cells are supplied by CATL (cells and modules). Cell format has not been disclosed. Pack architecture: 108 cells in 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 (82 kWh, CATL 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 (82 kWh, CATL cells)?
Polestar Polestar 2 2024-2025 (Single motor (2024); Single and Dual motor (2025)); Volvo XC40 2024-2025 (XC40 Recharge single motor (2024); EX40 (2025)); Volvo C40 2024-2025 (C40 Recharge single motor (2024); EC40 (2025)).