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How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 68 of 68 complaints with a usable failure date.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Driver assistance
26 complaint records11 crash reports
"******* DELETE VOQ ******* THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING MARKED FOR DELETION BECAUSE IT IS AN INADVERTENT DUPLICATE OF ODI# 11504269*DJR ******* DELETE VOQ *******..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse driver assistance parts in the directory →
Suspension
16 complaint records1 crash report
"Catastrophic failure of rear upper control arm / suspension resulting in temporary loss of control. Occurred driving straight at 35mph without any prior damage or symptoms...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse suspension parts in the directory →
Steering
9 complaint records1 crash report
Owners filed 9 complaint records naming this system.
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse steering parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE26004 opened May 2026 | OPEN | Suspension | Rear Toe Link May Separate The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received two Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) reporting left rear toe link separation in certain Model Year (MY) 2023-2024 Rivian R1S vehicles. |
| DP22005 opened Jan 2023 | closed Aug 2023 | Electrical System | Pedestrian alert sounds - led to recall 22V063000 NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V597000 | Back Over Prevention | 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. | Normally free |
| 26V009000 | Seat Belts | 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. | Normally free |
| 26V003000 | Suspension | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had service performed. | Normally free |
| 25V370000 | Seat Belts | 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. | Normally free |
| 24V458000 | Equipment | 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. | Normally free |
| 24V408000 | Air Bags | 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. | Normally free |
| 23V883000 | Vehicle Speed Control | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. The accelerator pedal may not detect when the driver releases the pedal, failing to activate "auto-hold" or "park" as intended. | Normally free |
| 23V783000 | Visibility | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1T and R1S vehicles. A software update may have deactivated the defroster and defogger system controls. | Normally free |
Show 4 more recall campaigns
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V109000 | Seat Belts | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. A faulty automatic locking retractor (ALR) sensor in the front passenger seat belt system may incorrectly report as ON when it is actually... | Normally free |
| 22V744000 | Suspension | 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. | Normally free |
| 22V641000 | Seat Belts | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. The front seat belt anchors may have been inadequately attached to the B-pillar. | Normally free |
| 22V319000 | Seats | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may not deactivate the air bag when a child or child seat occupies the front passenger seat. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026443 2026-09-17 | Visual System | 1,958 | Issue: Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image to be blocked. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display while the transmission is in reverse gear. |
| 2026002 2026-01-05 | Suspension | 255 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the rear suspension toe link(s) may not have been properly reinstalled after service. As a result, the toe link(s) could become loose or separate. If this happens, there could be reduced vehicle stability. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| RSB-93-26-002-1 Jul 2026 | Unknown Or Other | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2026 R1T and R1S vehicles that might have an audible rattle originating from the B-pillar area when driving on rough road surfaces. | |
| RSB-56-26-001-2 Jul 2026 | Structure | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles that could have inadequate adhesion between the outer door panel and an internal reinforcement. | |
| RSB-56-25-002-2 Jul 2026 | Structure | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles that might have bubbles in the painted surfaces below the exterior door handles. | |
| RSB-86-26-001-1 May 2026 | Electrical System | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2024 R1 vehicles that may have ultrasonic sensors detached from the front fascia mounting area. | |
| RSB-26-26-001-1 May 2026 | Visibility/Wiper | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles that may be susceptible to water ingress in the front HVAC assembly. This may result in damp or soggy carpets in the front of the vehicle. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| RSB-93-26-001-1 Apr 2026 | Unknown Or Other | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2026 R1T and R1S vehicles that may be prone to noise and/or vibration from the door areas, particularly buzzing and rattling sounds. This results in a perceived quality issue. | |
| RCA-38-23-003-5 Mar 2026 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Power Train | Service Document Revision - RCA-38-23-003-5. Revision 5 updates the amount of drained drive unit fluid that requires drive unit replacement. |
| 12v Battery Low SMS 2 Feb 2026 | Electrical System | SMS Reminder sent to customers who had still open potential 12-volt failures. | |
| 12v Battery Low SMS 1 Feb 2026 | Electrical System | SMS sent to customers with potential 12-volt failure and advising need for replacement to avoid drivability interruptions. | |
| RSB-56-26-001-1 Feb 2026 | Structure | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles that could have inadequate adhesion between the outer door panel and an internal reinforcement. | |
| RCA-30-25-001-1 Nov 2025 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles. These vehicles may have HV battery connectors that are susceptible to corrosion in some climates. | |
| RSB-56-25-002-1 Nov 2025 | Structure | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles that might have bubbles in the painted surfaces below the exterior door handles. | |
| RCA-60-25-001-1 Jul 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | FSAM-1476: Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022-2023 R1T and R1S vehicles that were manufactured with a certification label that has the incorrect manufacturing date. Rivian will install an updated certification label. |
| SMS - Campaign awareness Mar 2025 | Unknown Or Other | Bulk SMS - Service Campaign Awareness | |
| RCA-86-25-001-1 Mar 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Vehicle Speed Control | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles that were built with early revisions of the secondary driver assistance module that are susceptible to early failure. |
| Drain Plug Follow Up SMS Feb 2025 | Power Train | We’ve identified your R1T/R1S as needing a service appointment related to its Drain Plug. Please bring your vehicle in to prevent any issues, which could impact your HVAC system. | |
| Bundled Campaign SMS Feb 2025 | Electrical System | Rivian Internal Hi <customer name>, We’re reaching out about your Rivian. We identified a need to inspect your vehicle for a potential issue that could result in being unable to access or drive your vehicle—and may even require a tow. | |
| 3P Information Email Feb 2025 | Suspension | We’re reaching out about your <<<R1T,R1S>>> (VIN: <<insert VIN here>>). We need to <<<replace the 12V battery>><<,>> << and>> swap the HVAC drain plug <<,>> << and>> <<inspect the wheel hub bolt torque>>> on your <<<R1T,R1S>>>. | |
| RCA-78-25-001-1 Jan 2025 | Electrical System | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles that were built with programming for early vehicle driver assistance/audio/display module use cases. | |
| Proactive Service Bundle Nov 2024 | Electrical System | Text message sent to customers to encourage them to call and schedule service. | |
| RCA-26-24-002-1 Nov 2024 | Unknown Or Other | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022-2024 vehicles that were built with a front HVAC assembly drain valve that can become clogged after continued use of certain interior cleaning products. | |
| RCA-78-24-001-1 Oct 2024 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles that may have been built with the incorrect interior audio amplifier. On these vehicles, a firmware update may cause the audio system to stop working. |
| RSB-93-24-001-2 Oct 2024 | Unknown Or Other | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles that are prone to excessive cabin noise and vibration from the A/C compressor. | |
| RCA-96-24-001-1 Sep 2024 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022-2023 R1T and R1S vehicles that may have been delivered with a tire service kit that is missing some handle extension components, referenced in the owner's guide. |
| RSB-93-24-001-1 Aug 2024 | Unknown Or Other | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles that are prone to excessive cabin noise and vibration from the A/C compressor. | |
| RSB-18-24-001-1 Jul 2024 | Suspension | Rivian is initiating a technical service bulletin for some 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles. In some situations, the driver may notice a squeaking or chirping noise coming from the front of the vehicle when driving on uneven surfaces below 32 km/h (20 mph). | |
| RCA-90-23-001-1 May 2024 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for portable chargers that were supplied with some model year 2022 and 2023 R1T and R1S vehicles. |
| SMS Comm Out Upd Apr 2024 | Electrical System | 4/24/2024 Rivian Vehicle Connectivity Outage SMS Renotification Reminder from Rivian. We noticed your vehicle is still offline. | |
| LTE Outage032224 Mar 2024 | Electrical System | On Friday, March 22, 2024, an outage affected Rivian vehicle connectivity. The outage was resolved that same day, but some vehicles may require an infotainment reset to restore full connectivity 3/22/2024 Rivian Vehicle Connectivity Outage SMS Notification After a recent network... | |
| PIN.18.001.V1 Jan 2024 | Suspension | Rivian is initiating a Preliminary Information Notification (PIN) for MY2022/23 R1 vehicles. Under certain driving conditions, at low speeds (under 25 mph), when the vehicle is articulating over bumps and uneven surfaces, a chirp noise can be heard inside the cabin, which might... | |
| RCA-96-23-002-1 Nov 2023 | Electrical System | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 and 2023 R1S and R1T vehicles that may have been built with a suspect auxiliary air compressor control panel. | |
| 2023.42 Email 3 Nov 2023 | Back Over Prevention | Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42. | |
| 2023.42 Text 2 Nov 2023 | Back Over Prevention | Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42. | |
| 2023.42 Email 1 Nov 2023 | Back Over Prevention | Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42. | |
| 2023.42 Email 2 Nov 2023 | Back Over Prevention | Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42. | |
| 2023.42 Text 1 Nov 2023 | Back Over Prevention | Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42. | |
| RCA-60-23-001-1 Nov 2023 | Suspension | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some 2022 R1T vehicles that may have been builtwith hydraulic suspension jounce lines that could contact the front underbody subframe panel and/or the front wheel liners. | |
| RSB-64-23-001-1 Sep 2023 | Structure | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles that are equipped with an early revision upper tailgate trim panel. | |
| RCA-96-23-001-1 Aug 2023 | Equipment | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles that may have been delivered with a tire sealant kit that is prone to leaking. | |
| RCA-86-23-001-1 Aug 2023 | Equipment | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles that may have been built with a driver assistance/audio/display module that is unable to receive updated HD map information. | |
| RCA-38-23-001-2 Jul 2023 | Power Train | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1S and R1T vehicles that may have been built with inadequate press fit force between the halfshaft splines and the wheel hubs. | |
| RCA-38-23-002-2 Jul 2023 | Power Train | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles that may have been built with excessive clearance space between the halfshafts and wheel hubs. | |
| RCA-38-23-003-2 Jul 2023 | Power Train | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles that may have been built with drive units that have fastener threads on a plug sealing surface which may result in damage to the plug o-ring and an inadequate sealing surface. | |
| RSB-10-23-001-1 Jun 2023 | Steering | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022 and 2023 R1T and R1S vehicles. In some situations, the driver may notice a slight vibration or oscillation of the steering wheel at 70 mph or above, causing a perceived quality issue. | |
| RCA-34-23-002-1 May 2023 | Electrical System | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022-2023 R1S and R1T vehicles that may have been built with an onboard charger that cannot charge on alternating current (AC). | |
| RCA-78-23-004-1 Apr 2023 | Electrical System | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles that were equipped with door mid woofer fasteners that could be prone to corrosion. | |
| RCA-10-23-002-1 Apr 2023 | Steering | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 and 2023 R1T and R1S vehicles. On these vehicles, the steering wheel may not be properly aligned to the steering rack. | |
| RCA-38-23-001-1 Apr 2023 | Power Train | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1S and R1T vehicles that may have been built with inadequate press fit force between the halfshaft splines and the wheel hubs. | |
| RCA-38-23-002-1 Apr 2023 | Power Train | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles that may have been built with excessive clearance space between the halfshafts and wheel hubs. | |
| RCA-38-23-003-1 Mar 2023 | Power Train | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles that may have been built with drive units that have fastener threads on a plug sealing surface which may result in damage to the plug o-ring and an inadequate sealing surface. | |
| RSB-56-23-001-1 Feb 2023 | Visibility | Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles that are equipped with early production versions of the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) front door fixed glass moldings. | |
| RCA-30-23-001-1 Feb 2023 | Fuel System | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles that may have an outdated version of the battery management system (BMS) firmware. | |
| RCA-56-22-008-1 Dec 2022 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles that may have been built with door latch mechanisms that are prone to water intrusion. | |
| RCA-78-22-015-1 Dec 2022 | Seats | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. On these vehicles, the automatic adjustment of the steering wheel and seats to the customerâs preferred positions may become disabled due to a system incompatibility with a... | |
| RCA-64-22-006-1 Dec 2022 | Structure | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T upper C-Pillar trim panels. The current pillar design meets or exceeds all regulatory requirements. | |
| RCA-30-22-001-1 Dec 2022 | Hybrid Propulsion System | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles that could exhibit inadequate sealing on the seams of the high voltage (HV) battery. | |
| RCA-56-22-011-1 Dec 2022 | Equipment | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles that have a bed storage compartment that could be difficult to open during freezing weather conditions. | |
| RSB-60-22-001-1 Dec 2022 | Equipment | Rivian is initiating a technical service bulletin for some R1T vehicles that may have a tonneau cover that does not properly open or close. If necessary, Rivian will open the tonneau cover and temporarily disable it so that it remains in a fully-open position. | |
| RCA-78-22-013-1 Nov 2022 | Electrical System | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles which may have been built with a body control module (BCM) that was incorrectly assembled by the supplier. | |
| RCA-52-22-003-1 Oct 2022 | Structure | Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles that may be prone to water collecting in the rocker panels under certain conditions such as water fording or heavy precipitation. |
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Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Try the camera, sensors, and any driver-assist features in a parking lot.A blank or frozen backup camera image and phantom sensor alerts are this vehicle's driver-assistance complaints.
- Find the roughest road nearby.Clunks over bumps, a droning hum that changes when the car leans, or a corner that sits low are this vehicle's suspension complaints. Wheel bearings and control arm bushings lead the parts list.
- Drive one straight highway stretch and one slow parking lot.Wander or a shimmy over bumps at speed, and heavy or dropped assist at low speed, are the two faces of this vehicle's steering cluster. A clunk on turn-in points at the linkage.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 12 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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