NJ Dealer Alleges Polestar Used Government Ban as Cover to Exit US Market
The lawsuit, filed in New Jersey Superior Court by Parker Motors, seeks damages and warns of service gaps for existing US owners.
A New Jersey car dealer has filed a lawsuit alleging that Polestar intentionally exited the US market and used a government ban as cover for its departure, according to a report by InsideEVs.
What Happened
The dealer claims in the filing that Polestar structured its withdrawal from the United States deliberately, using the federal government's restrictions on vehicle imports involving Chinese-made components as justification for leaving the market. The lawsuit reportedly argues this narrative was fabricated to mask what the dealer characterizes as a planned rather than an involuntary compliance with regulations.
Why It Matters
For current Polestar owners in the US, the implications are significant. If the allegations hold merit, existing customers could face ongoing challenges with service, parts availability, and software updates as the brand's official presence has effectively wound down. The case also raises broader questions about how automakers communicate market exits to consumers and regulators.
The Bottom Line
Polestar has not yet responded publicly to the lawsuit. A court date has reportedly not been set, and the claims in the filing remain unproven allegations at this stage.
