Every 2025 Rivian R1T recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 26V597000
Sep 16, 2026Back Over Prevention:Software
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 26V597000 →Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 26V508000
Aug 6, 2026Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 26V508000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 26V009000
Jan 15, 2026Seat Belts:Critical Fasteners
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 26V009000 →Suspension · NHTSA 26V003000
Jan 5, 2026Suspension:Critical Fasteners
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 26V003000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 25V585000
Sep 8, 2025Electrical System:Adas:Autonomous/Self Driving:Software
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 25V585000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 25V537000
Aug 21, 2025Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 25V537000 →Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 25V387000
Jun 11, 2025Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- Turn signals that do not function properly, failing to indicate the driver's intention to change direction, increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 25V387000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 25V370000
Jun 3, 2025Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 25V370000 →
2025 Rivian R1T complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Rivian R1T. Rivian has issued at least 23 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Suspension3
- Electrical System2
- Power Train2
- Steering2
- Structure2
- Unknown Or Other2
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (9)
- Fuel/Propulsion System (6)
- Unknown Or Other (5)
- Power Train (2)
- Engine (1)
Read Rivian R1T owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2025 Rivian R1T
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Rivian R1T. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“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.”
2025 RIVIAN R1TJun 29, 2026 · WV
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11747254
“AXM module failure, Driver+ and cameras disengaged during drive. No accidents occurred, driver quickly took control.”
2025 RIVIAN R1TApr 20, 2026 · CA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11732508
“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. The vehicle was taken to a local service center but was not repaired.”
2025 RIVIAN R1TApr 2, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11728744
“The half shaft axel on My Rivian R1T broke in under 6000K miles. Rivian tried hard to deny it, but did finally concede and fix it. But upon return there is still something wrong with the drive train.”
2025 RIVIAN R1TMar 27, 2026 · VT
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11727425
“While scheduling service for NHTSA recall No. 25V-387/FSAM-1693 (Front Turn Signal Lamps malfunction that leads to no fulfillment of FMVSS 108 requirements) I was refused correction of the recall by the Rivian Miami Service Center rep (Service Advisor Joel).”
2025 RIVIAN R1TFeb 7, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11716453
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