2022 Rivian R1S: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2022 Rivian R1S. The newest campaign is 26V597000. NHTSA received the report on 16 Sep 2026. The NHTSA record gives the component Back Over Prevention / Software. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year. 2 NHTSA investigations name this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 26V597000, in the NHTSA record

Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1866. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 9, 2026.

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Complaint information entered into NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation vehicle owner's complaint database is used with other data sources to identify safety issues that warrant investigation and to determine if a safety-related defect trend exists.
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Recall campaigns

13 campaigns, newest first. 161,794 units in total.

26V59700016 Sep 2026Back Over Prevention / Software
26V00900015 Jan 2026Seat Belts / Rear/Other / Retractor
26V0030005 Jan 2026Suspension / Critical Fasteners
25V3700003 Jun 2025Seat Belts / Front / Anchorage
24V45800020 Jun 2024Equipment / Other / Labels
24V4080005 Jun 2024Air Bags / Critical Fasteners
23V88300021 Dec 2023Vehicle Speed Control / Accelerator Pedal
23V78300021 Nov 2023Equipment / Electrical / Infotainment / Software
23V23300031 Mar 2023Exterior Lighting / Back Up Lights
23V1590009 Mar 2023Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain
23V10900022 Feb 2023Air Bags / Frontal
22V7440006 Oct 2022Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Arm
22V64100025 Aug 2022Seat Belts / Front / Anchorage

26V597000Received 16 Sep 2026. 98,828 units.
Back Over Prevention / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1866. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 9, 2026.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-1866.
26V009000Received 15 Jan 2026. 869 units.
Seat Belts / Rear/Other / Retractor
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-1795. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Mar 2026.
26V003000Received 5 Jan 2026. 19,641 units.
Suspension / Critical Fasteners
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-1794. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Feb 2026.
25V370000Received 3 Jun 2025. 536 units.
Seat Belts / Front / Anchorage
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-1681. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Jul 2025.
24V458000Received 20 Jun 2024. 666 units.
Equipment / Other / Labels
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 and Rims."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-1491. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Aug 2024.
24V408000Received 5 Jun 2024. 1,723 units.
Air Bags / Critical Fasteners
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-1464. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Jul 2024.
23V883000Received 21 Dec 2023. 7,873 units.
Vehicle Speed Control / Accelerator Pedal
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
Failure to activate "auto-hold" or "park" can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM 1342. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Jan 2024.
23V783000Received 21 Nov 2023. 1,463 units.
Equipment / Electrical / Infotainment / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
The inability to operate the windshield defrosting and defogging system can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-1331. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Dec 2023.
23V233000Received 31 Mar 2023. 5,030 units.
Exterior Lighting / Back Up Lights
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 Equipment."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Reduced visibility of the reverse lights increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-1216. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Jul 2023.
23V159000Received 9 Mar 2023. 30 units.
Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
Improperly secured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-1185. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Mar 2023.
23V109000Received 22 Feb 2023. 12,716 units.
Air Bags / Frontal
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Failure of the air bag to deploy as intended increases the risk of injury to the front passenger during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-1166. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Apr 2023.
22V744000Received 6 Oct 2022. 12,212 units.
Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Arm
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM 997. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Nov 2022.
22V641000Received 25 Aug 2022. 207 units.
Seat Belts / Front / Anchorage
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
An improperly secured seat belt anchor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Rivian Automotive, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FSAM-924. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Sep 2022.

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Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.

Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

Complaints by component

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

Investigations

NHTSA investigations that name the 2022 Rivian R1S
Number	Type	Subject	Component	Opened	Closed	Campaign
PE26004	Preliminary evaluation	Rear Toe Link May Separate	Suspension / Rear	26 May 2026	Open
DP22005	Defect petition	Pedestrian alert sounds	Electrical System / Propulsion System	27 Jan 2023	7 Aug 2023	22V063000

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

202213
202310
20247
202511
20263
20271

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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Official channels

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NHTSA page of the 2022 Rivian R1SThe recalls, the complaints and the investigations that NHTSA shows for this model year.

Cite this page

Recall Register. 2022 Rivian R1S: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/rivian/r1s/2022/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 30 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: Rivian Automotive, LLC

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2022 Rivian R1S?: 161,794 units in 13 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Rivian R1S have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 22 recall campaigns for the Rivian R1S, model years 2022 to 2027. 13 of them name the 2022 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2022 Rivian R1S open?: 1 investigation has no closing date in the NHTSA file, of 2 that name this model year.