Rivian R2 recalls

2 official safety recalls for the Rivian R2 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. High-voltage battery fastener may cause loss of power

    Reported September 29, 2026Model years 2027NHTSA campaign 26V62500014 vehicles affected

    An improperly tightened high-voltage battery fastener may cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Rivian will inspect and repair the connection or replace damaged components as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CRITICAL FASTENERS
    Defect
    Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2027 R2 vehicles. A high voltage battery fastener may have been improperly tightened, causing a loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Rivian will inspect and repair the connection or replace damaged components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 28, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1888. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 28, 2026.

  2. Notification may obstruct rearview camera image

    Reported September 16, 2026Model years 2027NHTSA 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.

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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