How many recalls does Rivian have?

NHTSA has 22 Rivian recall campaigns on record across 3 models for the 2022 to 2026 model years. The most common areas are the exterior lighting, seat belts, and equipment.

Which Rivian has the most recalls?

The Rivian R1S has the most recall campaigns of any Rivian model in our records. A model with more recalls is often just the brand's best-seller, on the road in larger numbers and for more years.

Is Rivian reliable when it comes to recalls?

Rivian scores 28 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking 47 of 52 makes we track. The score looks at how serious the recalls are, such as do-not-drive warnings and critical safety systems, rather than the raw count.

How do I check a Rivian for recalls?

Open the model you want from the list below to see its full recall history, or enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page to see the open recalls for one specific Rivian. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Rivian Recalls (2022-2026)

Safety score

28/100

Above-average recall-severity risk Lower recall-severity risk than 10% of makes we track.

Rivian scores 28 out of 100 (grade D) for recall severity, which ranks it 47 of 52 makes and busier than most brands. The score is the recall-weighted average of its models, so the brands with the most do-not-drive and critical-safety recalls sit at the bottom. How the score works.

In total, NHTSA lists 22 Rivian recall campaigns across 3 models for the 2022-2026 model years. The single largest affected 34,824 vehicles. The system recalled most often is the exterior lighting.

A high recall count usually tracks how many cars a brand sells and how long its models have been on the road, not how dangerous they are. The safety score below adjusts for that by weighing how serious and recent each recall is. The table further down breaks every Rivian model out so you can see which ones drive the count.

Rivian recalls by year

Rivian recalls by affected system

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How Rivian compares

Makes ranked by recall-severity score (higher is better). Rivian is highlighted.

Rank	Make	Score	Recalls
#44	Saturn	D 33	9
#45	Mazda	D 32	78
#46	Polestar	D 29	17
#47	Rivian	D 28	22
#48	Hyundai	D 26	198
#49	Saab	D 24	5
#50	Kia	D 22	156

All Rivian models

Model	Score	Recalls	Largest recall	Years
R1S	D 26	20	27,882	2022-2026
R1T	D 27	18	27,882	2022-2025
EDV	C 47	3	34,824	2022-2025

Recent Rivian recalls

R1S Jan 15, 2026 · 869 vehicles · NHTSA 26V009000
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 impr…
R1S Jan 5, 2026 · 19,641 vehicles · NHTSA 26V003000
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 …
EDV Nov 25, 2025 · 34,824 vehicles · NHTSA 25V816000
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 EDV vehicles. The driver's seat belt pretensioner cable may become damaged.
R1S Sep 8, 2025 · 24,214 vehicles · NHTSA 25V585000
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 iden…
R1S Aug 21, 2025 · 23 vehicles · NHTSA 25V537000
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.
R1S Jun 11, 2025 · 27,882 vehicles · NHTSA 25V387000
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 require…
R1S Jun 3, 2025 · 536 vehicles · NHTSA 25V370000
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.
R1S Feb 13, 2025 · 17,260 vehicles · NHTSA 25V085000
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. The headlight low beams may fail to illuminate when starting the vehicle in cold weather. As such, these vehicles fail…

Common questions about Rivian recalls

How many recalls does Rivian have?: NHTSA has 22 Rivian recall campaigns on record across 3 models for the 2022 to 2026 model years. The most common areas are the exterior lighting, seat belts, and equipment.
Which Rivian has the most recalls?: The Rivian R1S has the most recall campaigns of any Rivian model in our records. A model with more recalls is often just the brand's best-seller, on the road in larger numbers and for more years.
Is Rivian reliable when it comes to recalls?: Rivian scores 28 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking 47 of 52 makes we track. The score looks at how serious the recalls are, such as do-not-drive warnings and critical safety systems, rather than the raw count.
How do I check a Rivian for recalls?: Open the model you want from the list below to see its full recall history, or enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page to see the open recalls for one specific Rivian. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Recalls for other makes

Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For sourcing and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.