2022 RIVIAN R1T — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
75
Owner Complaints
11
Recalls
86
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2022 RIVIAN R1T
The 2022 RIVIAN R1T has received a total of 75 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 18 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE. 86 technical service bulletins have been issued by Rivian Automotive, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control (8 complaints), Unknown Or Other (7 complaints), and Steering (6 complaints).
Recalls for the 2022 RIVIAN R1T
NHTSA has recorded 18 recalls for the 2022 RIVIAN R1T, potentially affecting up to 88,371 vehicles.
Recall 26V003000 — SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 19,641 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
View full details →Recall 25V370000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
| 536 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 25V370000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
| 536 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 24V458000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 666 vehicles affected
Defect: 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: 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.
View full details →Recall 24V408000 — AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 1,723 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 24V408000 — AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
| 1,723 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 23V883000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
| 7,873 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
View full details →Recall 23V783000 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
| 1,463 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 23V783000 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
| 1,463 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 23V109000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
| 12,716 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
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.
View full details →Recall 23V109000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
| 12,716 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
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.
View full details →Recall 22V744000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM
| 12,212 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 22V744000 — STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
| 12,212 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 22V641000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
| 207 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 22V319000 — AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
| 473 vehicles affected
Defect: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may not deactivate the air bag when a child or child seat occupies the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: A child in the front seat may be at a greater risk of injury in the event of a passenger air bag deployment during a crash.
Remedy: Rivian Service Centers will replace the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-734-855-4345. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-651.
View full details →Recall 22V319000 — SEATS
| 473 vehicles affected
Defect: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may not deactivate the air bag when a child or child seat occupies the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: A child in the front seat may be at a greater risk of injury in the event of a passenger air bag deployment during a crash.
Remedy: Rivian Service Centers will replace the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-734-855-4345. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-651.
View full details →Recall 26V009000 — SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 869 vehicles affected
Defect: 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 are expected to be mailed March 9, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1795.
View full details →Recall 26V009000 — SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
| 869 vehicles affected
Defect: 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 are expected to be mailed March 9, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1795.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2022 RIVIAN R1T
75 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2022 RIVIAN R1T. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control | 8 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings | 5 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention Warnings | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Assist | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention Rearview System Braking | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodydoorhandleexterior | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
My vehicle is subject to an active safety recall involving a rear toe bolt that Rivian has identified as potentially shearing and causing loss of vehicle control and a crash. I am located in Ketchikan, Alaska. Rivian does not offer mobile or field service for this recall and requires the vehicle to be transported to either Anchorage or Seattle for repair. Transport to Anchorage is not possible, and while transport to Seattle is possible, there is no viable or predictable way to return the vehicle to my location, potentially leaving me without my primary vehicle for several months. Rivian has stated they will not cover transport and has not provided a feasible alternative. This leaves me without reasonable access to a safety recall remedy and effectively requires me to either operate a vehicle with a known safety defect or surrender it indefinitely. I am reporting this as a lack of reasonable access to a safety recall repair.
My vehicle is subject to an active safety recall involving a rear toe bolt that Rivian has identified as potentially shearing and causing loss of vehicle control and a crash. I am located in Ketchikan, Alaska. Rivian does not offer mobile or field service for this recall and requires the vehicle to be transported to either Anchorage or Seattle for repair. Transport to Anchorage is not possible, and while transport to Seattle is possible, there is no viable or predictable way to return the vehicle to my location, potentially leaving me without my primary vehicle for several months. Rivian has stated they will not cover transport and has not provided a feasible alternative. This leaves me without reasonable access to a safety recall remedy and effectively requires me to either operate a vehicle with a known safety defect or surrender it indefinitely. I am reporting this as a lack of reasonable access to a safety recall repair.
Initially, my instrument screen on my vehicle went black and stopped working. I had to drive roughly 10 miles home without the use of my speedometer. After replacing the AXM module, the cruise control and lane-keeping functions intermittently stop working. The vehicle was at the service center on and off for 57 days before it was returned to me without a resolution. I’m told this issue is affecting 30 vehicles in the Rivian fleet; however, they don't yet have a permanent fix. I brought up my safety concerns and was assured that this issue will not affect the automatic emergency braking and other safety features, which I hope is true.
Initially, my instrument screen on my vehicle went black and stopped working. I had to drive roughly 10 miles home without the use of my speedometer. After replacing the AXM module, the cruise control and lane-keeping functions intermittently stop working. The vehicle was at the service center on and off for 57 days before it was returned to me without a resolution. I’m told this issue is affecting 30 vehicles in the Rivian fleet; however, they don't yet have a permanent fix. I brought up my safety concerns and was assured that this issue will not affect the automatic emergency braking and other safety features, which I hope is true.
the electronic door handles are malfunctioning and not opening or staying open. when they stay in and dont present, the door remains locked and cannot be opened from the outside. This is a safety hazard if an occupant cannot exit the vehicle in an emergency and the door cannot be opened from the outside. I have already had one (drivers door) replaced and now both rear passenger doors are malfunctioning. this is an intermittent problem. I believe this to be a manufacturing defect that should be covered at the cost of the manufacturer.
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Safety Rating for the 2022 RIVIAN R1T
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2022 RIVIAN R1T in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2022 RIVIAN R1T
Rivian Automotive, LLC has issued 86 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2022 RIVIAN R1T. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SMS - Campaign awareness — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bulk SMS - Service Campaign Awareness
RCA-86-25-001-1 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022 R1T vehicles that were built with early revisions of the secondary driver assistance module that are susceptible to early failure. This results in multiple telltales being displayed to the driver and limited performance of the vehicle. Rivian will...
Drain Plug Follow Up SMS — 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 system. Contact our Service Operations Center now at 1-855-RIVIAN-5 / 1-855-748-4265 to schedule an expedited appointment. Act fast to avoid unexpected issues!
3P Information Email — SUSPENSION
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 the wheel hub bolt torque>>> on your <<<R1T,R1S>>>. You’ve got options — schedule an appointment at your local Rivian Service Center or...
RCA-78-25-001-1 — 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/display module use cases. This programming needs to be updated to allow the customer to use the Google Cast feature of Connect+. No driver assistance...
Proactive Service Bundle — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Text message sent to customers to encourage them to call and schedule service.
RCA-78-24-001-1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles that may have been built with the incorrect interior audio amplifier. On these vehicles, a firmware update may cause the audio system to stop working. Rivian will replace the interior audio amplifier. Rivian is...
RCA-96-24-001-1 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2022-2023 R1T and R1S vehicles that may have been delivered with a tire service kit that is missing some handle extension components, referenced in the owner's guide. Customers should be aware, based on the owner's guide, that without the...
PIN.18.001.V1 — 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 be heard inside the cabin, which might be perceived as a quality issue. But...
2023.42 Email 3 — BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Customer communication regarding software update 2023.42.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2022 RIVIAN R1T
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the RIVIAN R1T
- 2022 RIVIAN R1T (current)
- 2023 RIVIAN R1T — 56 complaints
- 2024 RIVIAN R1T — 10 complaints
- 2025 RIVIAN R1T — 9 complaints
- 2026 RIVIAN R1T — 2 complaints
Other RIVIAN Models
- RIVIAN R1S — 224 total complaints
- RIVIAN EDV — 23 total complaints
- RIVIAN R 1 T — 1 total complaint
- RIVIAN RCV — 0 total complaints