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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2025 Rivian R1T recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2025 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
8
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
10
Latest campaign
Sep 16, 2026

Recall summary by component8

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Exterior lighting2Aug 6, 2026
Seat belts2Jan 15, 2026
Electrical system2Sep 8, 2025
Back over prevention1Sep 16, 2026
Suspension1Jan 5, 2026

Safety recalls8

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable 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
Aug 6, 202626V508000

Exterior lighting: turn signal

Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V508000
What's wrong
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."
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 26V508000 · Aug 6, 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
Sep 8, 202525V585000

Electrical system: ADAS autonomous/self driving

Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V585000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V585000 · Sep 8, 2025
Aug 21, 202525V537000

Electrical system: propulsion system traction battery

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V537000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V537000 · Aug 21, 2025
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).

Owner complaints by component10

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
10Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Suspension330000
Electrical system220000
Unknown or other220000
Power train220000
Steering220000
Structure110000
Exterior lighting110000
Fuel/propulsion system110000
Air bags110000

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

  • Electrical system

    “This vehicle has experienced two separate failures of the high-voltage (HV) battery pack, each resulting in a different drive unit being damaged and total loss of electrical systems while driving.”

    Filed 06/29/2026 · ODI 11747254
  • Unknown or other

    “AXM module failure, Driver+ and cameras disengaged during drive. No accidents occurred, driver quickly took control.”

    Filed 04/20/2026 · ODI 11732508
  • Structure

    “The contact owns a 2025 Rivian R1T. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH on a local road, the driver’s side charging port door detached from the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated.”

    Filed 04/02/2026 · ODI 11728744

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2025 Rivian R1T recall questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Rivian R1T have?

NHTSA lists 8 safety recall campaigns for the 2025 Rivian R1T. 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 2025 Rivian R1T recalls for?

The largest group is exterior lighting, with 2 campaigns. Others: seat belts (2), electrical system (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 2025 Rivian R1T?

Suspension is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 10 filed with NHTSA (30%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2025 Rivian R1T?

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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