Rivian R1S, representative photo
Representative 2023 model. Photo: Kevauto, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2022 Rivian R1S recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2022 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
13
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
4
Latest campaign
Sep 16, 2026

Recall summary by component13

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Seat belts4Jan 15, 2026
Suspension2Jan 5, 2026
Air bags2Jun 5, 2024
Back over prevention1Sep 16, 2026
Equipment1Jun 20, 2024
Vehicle speed control1Dec 21, 2023
Visibility1Nov 21, 2023
Exterior lighting1Mar 31, 2023

Safety recalls13

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
2Fixable over the air
Sep 16, 2026Latest campaign
Sep 16, 202626V597000

Back over prevention: software

An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V597000
What's wrong
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."
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 26V597000 · Sep 16, 2026
Jan 15, 202626V009000

Seat belts: critical fasteners

An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V009000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 26V009000 · Jan 15, 2026
Jan 5, 202626V003000

Suspension: critical fasteners

The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V003000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 26V003000 · Jan 5, 2026
Jun 3, 202525V370000

Seat belts: front anchorage

An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V370000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V370000 · Jun 3, 2025
Jun 20, 202424V458000

Equipment: other labels

A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V458000
What's wrong
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."
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V458000 · Jun 20, 2024
Jun 5, 202424V408000

Air bags: critical fasteners

Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V408000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V408000 · Jun 5, 2024
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component4

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
4Complaints filed
1Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
2Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Seats375000
Air bags250000
Forward collision avoidance125102
Lane departure125102

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Seats

    “In the R1S, there is a crossmember for the 3rd row seating. On low VIN vehicles, there appears to be a trend, including mine personally, that have crossmember bolts that were mis-installed during assembly and have…”

    Filed 03/06/2025 · ODI 11646688
  • Air bags

    “Passenger airbag sensor does not detect passenger reliably. My 13 year old son and my wife both have issues. They are both over 120 lbs, so I think they should trigger the sensor.”

    Filed 09/16/2024 · ODI 11614813
  • Air bags

    “When I am driving, my passenger sometimes does not trigger the airbag to activate. Depending on how they are sitting, many times the passenger airbag is set to "off" because it can not detect a passenger.”

    Filed 12/26/2023 · ODI 11561958

Other Rivian R1S model years

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2022 Rivian R1S recall questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Rivian R1S have?

NHTSA lists 13 safety recall campaigns for the 2022 Rivian R1S. The most recent, 26V597000 (reported September 16, 2026), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2022 Rivian R1S recalls for?

The largest group is seat belts, with 4 campaigns. Others: suspension (2), air bags (2), back over prevention (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Rivian R1S?

Seats is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 4 filed with NHTSA (75%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2022 Rivian R1S?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

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