Rivian R1S recalls and problems

22 recalls and 171 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
22
Complaints
171
Crashes reported
25
Fires reported
1

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Rivian R1S by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2027 R1S110000
2026 R1S3143020
2025 R1S11555140
2024 R1S7195010
2023 R1S107610030
2022 R1S1362030

Most reported Rivian R1S problems

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other37
Air Bags37
Forward Collision Avoidance33
Electrical System31
Seats18
Service Brakes15
Vehicle Speed Control14
Suspension13
Steering11
Lane Departure11

All Rivian R1S recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
26V-597Sep 16, 20262022–2027Back Over PreventionRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2027 R1S, 2022-2026 R1T, and 2027 R2 vehicles.
26V-508Aug 5, 20262025–2026Exterior LightingRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025-2026 R1S and R1T vehicles.
26V-009Jan 15, 20262022–2026Seat BeltsRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and 2022-2026 R1S vehicles.
26V-003Jan 5, 20262022–2025SuspensionRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had service performed.
25V-585Sep 8, 20252025Forward Collision AvoidanceRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles operating a software version prior to 2025.18.30.
25V-537Aug 21, 20252025Electrical SystemRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles.
25V-387Jun 11, 20252025Exterior LightingRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles.
25V-370Jun 3, 20252022–2025Seat BeltsRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and R1S vehicles.
25V-085Feb 13, 20252025Exterior LightingRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles.
24V-827Nov 1, 20242025Electrical System, Exterior LightingRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1T and R1S vehicles.
24V-686Sep 13, 20242025Steering, Vehicle Speed ControlRivian Automotive, LLC.
24V-458Jun 20, 20242022–2023EquipmentRivian Automotive, LLC.
24V-408Jun 5, 20242022–2024Air BagsRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles.
24V-367May 23, 20242023–2024Exterior LightingRivian Automotive, LLC.
24V-319May 9, 20242024EquipmentRivian Automotive, LLC.
23V-883Dec 21, 20232022Vehicle Speed ControlRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles.
23V-783Nov 21, 20232022–2023Equipment, VisibilityRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1T and R1S vehicles.
23V-233Mar 31, 20232022–2023Exterior LightingRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S vehicles.
23V-159Mar 9, 20232022–2023Air BagsRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S vehicles.
23V-109Feb 22, 20232022Air Bags, Seat BeltsRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles.
22V-744Oct 6, 20222022Suspension, SteeringRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T, R1S, and EDV vehicles.
22V-641Aug 25, 20222022Seat BeltsRivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Rivian R1S?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2023 Rivian R1S has the most reports (76). Check the 2023 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Rivian R1S have?

NHTSA lists 22 safety recalls covering Rivian R1S model years 2022–2027.

What are the most common Rivian R1S problems?

Owners report unknown or other, air bags, forward collision avoidance problems most often.