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Rivian R2 Recall 26V625: Loose Battery Fastener Can Cut Drive Power

NHTSA campaign 26V625, reported September 29, 2026, 14 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A high voltage battery fastener on some vehicles may not have been tightened properly during assembly. If it is loose, the vehicle can lose drive power, which raises the risk of a crash.

Owners will receive a notification letter starting November 28, 2026. The repair is free: the dealer will inspect the connection and fix it, or replace damaged parts as needed. Owners can also contact customer service at 1-888-748-4261 and reference recall number FSAM-1888.

You can check whether your vehicle is affected by entering your VIN on NHTSA.gov, where affected VINs become searchable on November 28, 2026. Check your VIN for open recalls, even if you have not received a letter yet.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V625Rivian Automotive, LLC
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Problem
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2027 R2 vehicles. A high voltage battery fastener may have been improperly tightened, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Rivian will inspect and repair the connection or replace damaged components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 28, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1888. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 28, 2026.

Affected vehicles

Rivian R22027