NHTSA vehicle safety data
2025 Rivian R1t
The 2025 Rivian R1t has 6 NHTSA recalls and 8 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Rivian dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2025 Rivian R1t, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
NHTSA #26V009000Reported January 15, 2026 · Rivian Automotive, LLC
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.
Safety consequence
An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Free manufacturer 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.
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
NHTSA #26V003000Reported January 5, 2026 · Rivian Automotive, LLC
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.
Safety consequence
The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer 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 searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 24, 2026.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE
NHTSA #25V585000Reported September 8, 2025 · Rivian Automotive, LLC
Defect description
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 identify a lead vehicle.
Safety consequence
Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1744.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
NHTSA #25V537000Reported August 21, 2025 · Rivian Automotive, LLC
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Rivian will inspect and repair the HVDB ground strap joint or replace the high voltage battery pack as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1723.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
NHTSA #25V387000Reported June 11, 2025 · Rivian Automotive, LLC
Defect description
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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
Turn signals that do not function properly, failing to indicate the driver's intention to change direction, increase the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners will receive a second notice once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1693.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
NHTSA #25V370000Reported June 3, 2025 · Rivian Automotive, LLC
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.
Safety consequence
An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Free manufacturer 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.