2022 RIVIAN R1S
12 recalls, 13 complaints - 28 TSBs
26V009000 Jan 15, 2026
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
26V003000 Jan 5, 2026
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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 sea... Read more
25V370000 Jun 3, 2025
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
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.
24V458000 Jun 20, 2024
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection ... Read more
Consequence
A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Rivian will mail owners a corrected overlay tire placard label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1491.
24V408000 Jun 5, 2024
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Rivian will replace the pillar trim panels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 1464.
23V883000 Dec 21, 2023
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
Failure to activate "auto-hold" or "park" can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Rivian will also replace the accelerator pedals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 1342.
23V783000 Nov 21, 2023
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
The inability to operate the windshield defrosting and defogging system can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1331.
23V233000 Mar 31, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
Defect Description
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S vehicles. The reverse light beam may not be visible from certain angles. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated E... Read more
Consequence
Reduced visibility of the reverse lights increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Rivian will repair or replace the reverse lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-855-748-4265. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1216.
23V159000 Mar 9, 2023
AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S vehicles. The fasteners that secure the right and left side curtain air bags may be improperly secured.
Consequence
Improperly secured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will secure or replace the side curtain air bags as necessary, free of charge. All owners have been notified and all vehicles will be repaired by March 15, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1185.
23V109000 Feb 22, 2023
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Defect Description
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 OFF, causing the suppression or improper deployment of the air bag. As such, th... Read more
Consequence
Failure of the air bag to deploy as intended increases the risk of injury to the front passenger during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front passenger seat belt system components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1166.
22V744000 Oct 6, 2022
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
22V641000 Aug 25, 2022
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
An improperly secured seat belt anchor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Rivian will inspect the front seat belt assemblies and, as necessary, properly secure the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-924.
Complaint Statistics
13 total complaints
1 crashes 1 fires 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 11, 2026
Incident date: May 13, 2026
The power steering system is bad I have replaced it 3 times right now I’m scared to drive the car anywhere
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 11, 2026
Incident date: May 13, 2026
The power steering system is bad I have replaced it 3 times right now I’m scared to drive the car anywhere
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 2, 2026
Incident date: Jan 27, 2026
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Inspection available if needed. The ignition coils and spark plugs failed due to Ford’s negligence to provide an engine cover. Water has gotten in to the engine and caused these systems to fail How w... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 2, 2026
Incident date: Jan 27, 2026
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Inspection available if needed. The ignition coils and spark plugs failed due to Ford’s negligence to provide an engine cover. Water has gotten in to the engine and caused these systems to fail How w... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Feb 2, 2026
Incident date: Jan 27, 2026
The front camera that is responsible for ADAS suddenly died and it is very vurnerable to heat. The unit gets very hot and it gets hot quickly. The lifespan of the unit is very short and the dealer is asking for $2000 to replace it like they have seen this pretty often.
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 6, 2025
Incident date: Feb 6, 2025
the failed component is the ABS control module. this is very common with these trucks. parts have been on back order for years. The result of this failed component is no ABS and no traction control which is a huge safety issue. the Engine fault code is C2200.
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 16, 2024
Incident date: Dec 1, 2022
Four Subaru dealership licensed service centers in Maine and New Hampshire have had for some 8 weeks my Outback to evaluate, diagnose, and -upon my approval- service. Every one of the four Subaru locations was been unable to resolve a single one of these chronic problems of the Outback's erratic 1) ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 16, 2024
Incident date: Dec 1, 2022
Four Subaru dealership licensed service centers in Maine and New Hampshire have had for some 8 weeks my Outback to evaluate, diagnose, and -upon my approval- service. Every one of the four Subaru locations was been unable to resolve a single one of these chronic problems of the Outback's erratic 1) ... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 26, 2023
Incident date: Nov 30, 2023
I noticed a clicking noise when pressing and releasing the brake pedal that had not been there before. I started hearing that sound 3-5 days ago. After driving to pick up food I noticed smoke coming from the engine area then the car burst into flames. The fire depress called a they put out the fire.
Fire
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Dec 26, 2023
Incident date: Nov 30, 2023
I wanted to reach out to you about our new 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness. Subaru is having many issues with their thin windshields for 2023/2024 Crosstrek windshields. Our new vehicle has barely 2100 miles and the windshield has cracked in two places. Not from a rock chip and from normal highway dri... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 14, 2023
Incident date: Dec 11, 2023
I started the vehicle and the engine was shaking, it had reduced acceleration and power while driving and the engine light started flashing with engine making popping noises and car bucking. I could not stay up with cars on freeway and after stopping would barely accelerate. I had to wait till traf... Read more
STEERING
Dec 14, 2023
Incident date: Dec 11, 2023
2022 Chevy Bolt, less than 10,000 miles. Problem began 11/24/23. Steering wheel locks up at low speeds, gives warning "Steering Assistance reduced" at higher speeds. At low speeds, steering wheel turns only a small amount before it clicks and stops. Very dangerous in tight parking lots or trying... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 14, 2023
Incident date: Dec 11, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that when applying the accelerator pedal, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and lurched forward. There were no warning lights illuminated. While leaving a store and entering traffic, the vehicle accelerated and crashed into an unknown vehicl... Read more
Crash
1 injured
EPA Fuel Economy, 2022 RIVIAN R1S
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (A1) (Part-time 4-Wheel Drive) | 73.0 | 65.0 | 69.0 | Electricity | $1,100 |
CO2 Emissions: 0.0 g/mile (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 RIVIAN R1S
28 manufacturer communications from 24 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE | 5 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 220000 SEATS | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 2 |
| 132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR | 1 |
SMS Comm Out Upd
Apr 24, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4/24/2024 Rivian Vehicle Connectivity Outage SMS Renotification Reminder from Rivian. We noticed your vehicle is still offline. To restore connectivity, simply restart your vehiclea??s software: - Make sure your vehicle is in Park - Fi
LTE Outage032224
Mar 30, 2024
110000 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 Outa
PIN.18.001.V1
Jan 24, 2024
020000 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
RCA-96-23-002-1
Nov 29, 2023
110000 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. Due to a supplier quality issue, the display may sh
2023.42 Email 3
Nov 15, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42.
2023.42 Text 2
Nov 15, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42.
2023.42 Email 1
Nov 14, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42.
2023.42 Email 2
Nov 14, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42.
2023.42 Text 1
Nov 14, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42.
RCA-96-23-001-1
Aug 23, 2023
350000 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. A leaking tire sealant kit may stain or damage the other comp
RCA-38-23-002-2
Jul 19, 2023
100000 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. In some instances, this may result in a brief
RCA-38-23-001-2
Jul 19, 2023
100000 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. In some instances, this condition
RCA-38-23-003-2
Jul 19, 2023
100000 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
RSB-10-23-001-1
Jun 14, 2023
010000 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 perceiv
RSB-56-23-002-1
Jun 14, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022 R1S vehicles that have a liftgate seal flange that is shorter than designed. These vehicles may have water ingress near the upper liftgate, or the upper liftgate may
RCA-34-23-002-1
May 31, 2023
119000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION 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). The part supplier shipped onboard char
RCA-34-23-002-1
May 31, 2023
110000 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). The part supplier shipped onboard char
RCA-78-23-003-1
Apr 25, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 and 2023 R1S vehicles that may have been built with the incorrect interior audio amplifier. This results in reduced audio volume or quality for passengers in the
RCA-10-23-002-1
Apr 25, 2023
010000 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. This condition is noticeable to the custom
RCA-38-23-002-1
Apr 10, 2023
100000 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. In some instances, this may result in a brief
RCA-38-23-001-1
Apr 10, 2023
100000 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. In some instances, this condition
RCA-38-23-003-1
Mar 8, 2023
100000 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
RSB-56-23-001-1
Feb 16, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
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. In some situations, t
RSB-56-23-001-1
Feb 16, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
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. In some situations, t
RSB-56-23-001-1
Feb 16, 2023
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
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. In some situations, t
RCA-78-22-015-1
Dec 16, 2022
220000 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 customera??s preferred positions may become disabled due
RCA-78-22-015-1
Dec 16, 2022
200000 WHEELS
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 customera??s preferred positions may become disabled due
RCA-68-22-001-1
Dec 12, 2022
220000 SEATS
Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1S vehicles that were built with 3rd row seat backrests that may be prone to cosmetic damage when excessive weight is placed on the backrests in the folded down
NHTSA Safety Investigations, RIVIAN R1S
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE26004
Opened: May 26, 2026
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. Both VOQs report component separation while driving, causing the vehicles to swerve across multiple lanes o... Read more
RIVIAN R1S - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the RIVIAN R1S across all model years (2022, 2026).
37
Total Recalls
274
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
10
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths