Rivian R1T recalls

18 official safety recalls for the Rivian R1T from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Notification may obstruct rearview camera image

    Reported September 16, 2026Model years 2022–2026NHTSA campaign 26V59700098,828 vehicles affected

    A notification may cover the rearview camera image while reversing, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Rivian has released a software update over the air free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2027 R1S, 2022-2026 R1T, and 2027 R2 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by a notification when in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1866. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 9, 2026.

  2. Front turn signals may fail to illuminate

    Reported August 5, 2026Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 26V5080003,829 vehicles affected

    One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash, increasing crash risk. The front turn signals will be inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025-2026 R1S and R1T vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
    Consequence
    Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1833. This is an expansion of Recall 25V387. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 31, 2026.

  3. Seat belt retractor bolts may be loose

    Reported January 15, 2026Model years 2022–2025NHTSA campaign 26V009000869 vehicles affected

    The bolts securing the second-row seat belt retractors may not be tight enough, so the belts may not adequately restrain occupants in a crash. Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and 2022-2026 R1S vehicles. The bolts that secure the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies may be improperly tightened.
    Consequence
    An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1795.

  4. Rear toe link may separate after service

    Reported January 5, 2026Model years 2022–2025NHTSA campaign 26V00300019,641 vehicles affected

    The toe link may have been reassembled incorrectly during service, allowing its joint to separate and increasing crash risk. Rivian will replace the rear toe link bolts free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had service performed. The toe link may have been reassembled incorrectly during service procedures performed before March 10, 2025.
    Consequence
    The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian will replace the rear toe link bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1794. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 24, 2026.

  5. Hands-free assist may fail to detect a lead vehicle

    Reported September 8, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V58500024,214 vehicles affected

    The hands-free highway assist software may fail to identify a lead vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. An over-the-air software update is available free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles operating a software version prior to 2025.18.30. The Hands-Free Highway Assist (HWA) software may fail to correctly identify a lead vehicle.
    Consequence
    Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1744.

  6. High-voltage battery connection may cause loss of drive power

    Reported August 21, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V53700023 vehicles affected

    An improperly grounded connection in the high-voltage distribution box may cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. The remedy is to inspect and repair the ground strap joint or replace the battery pack as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. An improperly grounded connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Box (HVDB) may cause a loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian will inspect and repair the HVDB ground strap joint or replace the high voltage battery pack as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1723.

  7. Front turn signals may fail to flash

    Reported June 11, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V38700027,882 vehicles affected

    One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash, so other road users may not know the driver intends to turn, increasing crash risk. The front turn signals will be inspected and replaced as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
    Consequence
    Turn signals that do not function properly, failing to indicate the driver's intention to change direction, increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners will receive a second notice once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1693.

  8. Front seat belt anchorage bolts may be improperly installed

    Reported June 3, 2025Model years 2022–2025NHTSA campaign 25V370000536 vehicles affected

    One or both front seat belt anchorage D-ring bolts may not be properly installed, so the belt may not restrain an occupant as intended and injury risk may increase in a crash. Rivian will inspect and properly secure the anchorages as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and R1S vehicles. The D-ring bolts for one or both front seat belt anchorage assemblies may not have been properly installed.
    Consequence
    An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian will inspect and properly secure the seat belt anchorage assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1681.

  9. Tire placard may show incorrect capacity weight

    Reported June 20, 2024Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 24V458000666 vehicles affected

    The tire placard may show an incorrect maximum vehicle capacity weight, which could lead to overloading and increase crash risk. Owners will be mailed a corrected overlay tire placard free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S and R1T vehicles. The maximum vehicle capacity weight value on the tire placard label is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
    Consequence
    A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian will mail owners a corrected overlay tire placard label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1491.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  10. Damaged pillar trim clips may affect air bag deployment

    Reported June 5, 2024Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 24V4080001,723 vehicles affected

    Damaged attachment clips on the upper B-pillar or C-pillar trim may cause side curtain air bags to deploy improperly, increasing injury risk in a crash. The manufacturer will replace the pillar trim panels free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles. The attachment clips on the upper B-pillar and/or C-pillar trim panels may have been damaged during a service procedure.
    Consequence
    Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian will replace the pillar trim panels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 1464.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  11. Headlights may be improperly aimed

    Reported May 23, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V3670002,334 vehicles affected

    Improperly aimed headlights may not illuminate the road sufficiently, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. The manufacturer will inspect and adjust the headlight alignment as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2023-2024 EDV, R1S, and R1T vehicles. The headlights may be improperly aimed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
    Consequence
    Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian will inspect and adjust the headlight alignment as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1445.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  12. Dashboard air bag warning label may be missing

    Reported May 9, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V319000127 vehicles affected

    The dashboard air bag warning label may be missing, leaving operators unaware of the risks an air bag poses to an infant or child in the front seat and increasing the risk of injury. Owners will be mailed the warning label information free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2024 R1T and R1S vehicles. The dashboard air bag warning label may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence
    Without the dashboard label, operators may be unaware of the increased risks that an air bag poses to an infant or child in the front seat, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
    Remedy
    Rivian mailed owners the warning label information, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1429.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  13. Accelerator pedal may not detect release

    Reported December 21, 2023Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 23V8830007,873 vehicles affected

    The accelerator pedal may not detect when released, preventing auto-hold or park from activating as intended. The vehicle could move unexpectedly, increasing crash risk. An over-the-air software update is available, and Rivian will replace the pedals free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. The accelerator pedal may not detect when the driver releases the pedal, failing to activate "auto-hold" or "park" as intended.
    Consequence
    Failure to activate "auto-hold" or "park" can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Rivian will also replace the accelerator pedals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 1342.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  14. Defroster and defogger controls may be disabled

    Reported November 21, 2023Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 23V7830001,463 vehicles affected

    A software update may have disabled the defroster and defogger controls, preventing operation of the windshield clearing system and reducing visibility, which increases the risk of a crash. Rivian has released an over-the-air software update free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1T and R1S vehicles. A software update may have deactivated the defroster and defogger system controls.
    Consequence
    The inability to operate the windshield defrosting and defogging system can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1331.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  15. Passenger air bag may not deploy as intended

    Reported February 22, 2023Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 23V10900012,716 vehicles affected

    A faulty sensor in the front passenger seat belt system may incorrectly report its status, suppressing or causing improper deployment of the air bag. This increases the risk of passenger injury in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace seat belt system components as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. A faulty automatic locking retractor (ALR) sensor in the front passenger seat belt system may incorrectly report as ON when it is actually OFF, causing the suppression or improper deployment of the air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence
    Failure of the air bag to deploy as intended increases the risk of injury to the front passenger during a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the front passenger seat belt system components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1166.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  16. Front steering knuckle fastener may loosen

    Reported October 6, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V74400012,212 vehicles affected

    An improperly tightened fastener connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may loosen and separate, causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten it as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T, R1S, and EDV vehicles. The fastener connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have been improperly tightened.
    Consequence
    A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the steering knuckle fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 997.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  17. Front seat belt anchors may be inadequately attached

    Reported August 25, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V641000207 vehicles affected

    The front seat belt anchors may not be adequately attached to the B-pillar, preventing the belts from properly restraining occupants in a crash and increasing injury risk. Rivian will inspect the front seat belt assemblies and properly secure the bolts as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. The front seat belt anchors may have been inadequately attached to the B-pillar.
    Consequence
    An improperly secured seat belt anchor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Rivian will inspect the front seat belt assemblies and, as necessary, properly secure the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-924.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  18. Occupant system may not deactivate passenger air bag

    Reported May 10, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V319000473 vehicles affected

    The occupant classification system may not deactivate the front passenger air bag when a child or child seat is in the seat, increasing the child's injury risk if the air bag deploys in a crash. Service centres will replace the front passenger seat free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may not deactivate the air bag when a child or child seat occupies the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence
    A child in the front seat may be at a greater risk of injury in the event of a passenger air bag deployment during a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian Service Centers will replace the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-734-855-4345. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-651.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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