2022 Rivian R1S Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2022 Rivian R1S, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
13
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
6
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2022 R1S and 6 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is air bags, with 3 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- SEATS3
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING2
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL1
- LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST1
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
- POWER TRAIN1
2022 R1S Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · 26V597000
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."
Remedy: 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.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR | SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS · 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 improperly tightened.
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 · 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 performed before March 10, 2025.
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.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE · 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.
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.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · 24V458000
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."
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.
AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN · 24V408000
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.
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.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL · 23V883000
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.
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.
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM · 23V783000
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.
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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS · 23V233000
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."
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.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN | AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS · 23V159000
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.
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.
2022 R1S Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSB-93-26-002-1 | Jul 24, 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 dri… | 11036008 |
| RSB-56-25-002-2 | Jul 23, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | 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 handl… | 11036009 |
| RSB-56-26-001-2 | Jul 23, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | 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 inter… | 11036007 |
| RSB-86-26-001-1 | May 19, 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. After d… | 11033439 |
| RSB-26-26-001-1 | May 15, 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… | 11033438 |
| RSB-93-26-001-1 | Apr 17, 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… | 11032388 |
| RCA-38-23-003-5 | Mar 5, 2026 | 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. | 11030926 |
| 12v Battery Low SMS 2 | Feb 17, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | SMS Reminder sent to customers who had still open potential 12-volt failures. | 11029593 |
| 12v Battery Low SMS 1 | Feb 9, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | SMS sent to customers with potential 12-volt failure and advising need for replacement to avoid drivability interruptions. | 11029592 |
| RSB-56-26-001-1 | Feb 4, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | 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 inter… | 11029590 |
| RCA-30-25-001-1 | Nov 21, 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 c… | 11026108 |
| RSB-56-25-002-1 | Nov 20, 2025 | STRUCTURE:BODY | 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 handl… | 11026109 |
| RCA-60-25-001-1 | Jul 24, 2025 | 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 th… | 11021781 |
| SMS - Campaign awareness | Mar 22, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SUSPENSION | Bulk SMS - Service Campaign Awareness | 11016388 |
| 3P Information Email | Feb 21, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SUSPENSION, POWER TRAIN | 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… | 11015128 |
| Bundled Campaign SMS | Feb 21, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, SUSPENSION | 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… | 11015126 |
| Drain Plug Follow Up SMS | Feb 21, 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 syst… | 11015124 |
| RCA-78-25-001-1 | Jan 15, 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/di… | 11013793 |
| Proactive Service Bundle | Nov 15, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Text message sent to customers to encourage them to call and schedule service. | 11011343 |
| RCA-26-24-002-1 | Nov 14, 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… | 11011346 |
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