2022 Rivian EDV recalls and problems

The 2022 Rivian EDV has 2 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Rivian dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2022 Rivian EDV vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2022 Rivian EDV recalls

Recall 25V-816: Seat Belts

Reported Nov 25, 2025 · 34,824 vehicles affected · Rivian Automotive, LLC

Problem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 EDV vehicles. The driver's seat belt pretensioner cable may become damaged.

Risk: A damaged seat belt pretensioner cable may not restrain the occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update. In addition Rivian will inspect and replace the driver's seat belt pretensioner assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1770.

Recall 22V-744: Suspension, Steering

Reported Oct 6, 2022 · 12,212 vehicles affected · Rivian Automotive, LLC

Problem: 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.

Risk: A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

2022 Rivian EDV problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Seat Belts	5
Air Bags	1
Unknown or Other	1
Power Train	1

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Recent 2022 Rivian EDV complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seat Belts · reported Oct 6, 2025

Same problem as many of our Rivian vans, the seat belt is coming loose at the anchor point causing a major safety concern.

Seat Belts · reported Aug 7, 2025

The seat belt anchor for the lap belt has separated from the anchor point. It appears the cable is pulling apart as can be seen in photos I will be attaching. This is a huge safety concern however Rivian is telling us this is from a driver sitting on the seat belt. I am denying this accusation because we have cab facing cameras that detect this kind of behavior.

Seat Belts · reported Jul 15, 2025

During normal operation of the this vehicle, the seatbelt pretensioner cable snapped when the driver attempted to buckle the seatbelt. This is where the lap belt portion is attached to the seat. The cable is frayed and breaks. This same defect has occurred on 5 of our 34 vehicles of the same make and model in the last 12 months. The manufacturer has replaced the first four failures and advised that we need to pay for the repair. This is a Rivian produced Amazon delivery vehicle. Online forums show this being reported by Amazon drivers throughout the country, so it is not an isolated incident.…

Power Train · reported May 20, 2024

We have a fleet of these Rivian delivery vehicles and they all have the same issue: the shift lever is made of inferior materials and insufficiently designed. The operator manipulates the shift lever to place the vehicle in drive and the lever breaks off. The vehicle is then stuck in gear and cannot be shifted. This is causing near miss incidents due to the operator being unable to safely control the vehicle. Example: operator places the vehicle in "D" to drive forward but is then unable to place the vehicle in "R" to reverse backward, or to place the vehicle in "P" to park. There are no…

Air Bags · reported Feb 23, 2023

The new Amazon Rivian EDV vans lack passenger-side airbags. Amazon is requiring Driver Trainers to sit in the passenger "jump seat" for 3+ hours a day for on-the-road training tests. The government requires front airbags for both the driver & passenger, yet Amazon is requiring Driver Trainers to sit in a seat without proper safety protections. The van also has a blue metal pole in front of the passenger seat that people could hit their heads on, and there is a hard surface behind the head that could be hit during whiplash. If the government requires front airbags, how can Amazon require it's…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Rivian EDV have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 Rivian EDV: 25V-816 (seat belts), 22V-744 (suspension, steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Rivian EDV?

Owners report seat belts problems most often (5 reports), followed by air bags (1).

Are Rivian recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Rivian dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.