CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Problem
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1T and R1S vehicles. Software version 2024.39.30 may prevent certain exterior lights from turning on when the Car Costume feature is activated.
- Risk
- Deactivated exterior lighting reduces the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, 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 18, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1552.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2025 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles running software version 2024.39.30 may not turn on certain exterior lights when the Car Costume feature is activated. The lights being switched off make the vehicle harder for other drivers to see.
Reduced visibility to other drivers increases the risk of a crash.
Rivian is providing a free over-the-air (OTA) software update to fix the problem. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2024. Owners can contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261, and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Rivian R1S | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Rivian Redundant R 1 T | 2025 |