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- SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
- Problem
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 EDV vehicles. The driver's seat belt pretensioner cable may become damaged.
- Risk
- A damaged seat belt pretensioner cable may not restrain the occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update. In addition Rivian will inspect and replace the driver's seat belt pretensioner assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1770.
What this recall means for you
A damaged seat belt pretensioner cable in the driver's seat may fail to work as designed. The pretensioner is meant to tighten the belt quickly in a crash, so a damaged cable could leave the driver less restrained and raise the risk of injury during a collision.
Rivian has released an over-the-air software update for affected vehicles. Rivian will also inspect the driver's seat belt pretensioner assembly and replace it where needed. The repair is free of charge at an authorized dealer.
Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. You can contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261 and reference recall FSAM-1770. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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