CarRecallWatchThe 2025 Rivian R1S has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (15 reports).
2025 Rivian R1S recalls
Rear Camera Image May Be Blocked by Alert in Reverse
A software notification can cover part of the rearview camera image while the vehicle is in reverse.
Front Turn Signals May Fail to Light or Flash
Some 2025 and 2026 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles may have one or both front turn signals that fail to illuminate and flash.
Loose Rear Seat Belt Bolts May Weaken Crash Protection
Some Rivian R1T and R1S vehicles may have the bolts securing the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies improperly tightened.
Rear toe link may separate, raising crash risk
Certain 2022-2025 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had suspension service may have had the rear toe link reassembled incorrectly.
Driver-Assist Software May Miss a Vehicle Ahead
Certain 2025 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles running software earlier than version 2025.18.30 may not correctly identify a vehicle directly ahead while using the Hands-Free Highway Assist feature, which is part of the adaptive cruise control and forward collision avoidance system.
Improper Grounding Can Cause Sudden Loss of Drive Power
Certain 2025 vehicles may have an improperly grounded connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Box (HVDB).
Front Turn Signals May Fail to Light or Flash
One or both front turn signals on these vehicles may fail to illuminate and flash.
Front Seat Belts May Not Restrain Occupants in a Crash
Certain 2022-2025 Rivian R1T and R1S vehicles may have front seat belt anchorage assemblies where the D-ring bolts were not properly installed.
Headlights May Not Turn On in Cold Weather
Certain 2025 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles may have low beam headlights that fail to illuminate when the vehicle is started in cold weather.
Exterior lights may fail to turn on, reducing visibility
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.
Missing cruise control markings can raise crash risk
Certain 2025 vehicles may have a steering column control module that is missing cruise control markings.
Most common 2025 Rivian R1S problems
Problem areas named in the 55 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 15 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 14 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
What owners report
I am submitting this formal safety complaint regarding a dangerous and unacceptable condition affecting my Rivian. Rivian's new Ghostbusters Halloween promotion, developed in partnership with Sony Pictures, repeatedly takes over a substantial portion of my vehicle's central touchscreen. More seriously, when I shift the vehicle into reverse, the advertisement remains on-screen and obscures the rearview-camera image on most occasions. This is not a hypothetical concern. I have personally experienced this behavior repeatedly. Even after I manually dismiss the advertisement, it returns when I reenter the vehicle. Rivian is effectively forcing me to clear an unsolicited commercial promotion t
On September 20, 2026 at approximately 10:29 a.m. CDT, while traveling on Interstate 30 between Greenville and Royse City, Texas, my 2025 Rivian R1S Gen 2 experienced sustained unintended acceleration in an active construction zone with concrete barriers and no immediate safe exit. I applied very heavy, sustained braking to counter the acceleration until we reached a break in the barriers and could leave the highway. Substantial smoke was then coming from the wheel/brake areas. We were initially unable to place the vehicle in Park; after a vehicle reboot, we were able to shut it down. After stopping, we discovered that the accelerator pedal had become physically lodged beneath the driverâ
Safety defect involving exterior rearview mirrors on Rivian R1S I am reporting a recurring and worsening safety issue involving the exterior rearview mirrors on my Rivian R1S Gen 2. Both side mirrors repeatedly lose their saved positions without driver input. More concerningly, on multiple occasions the mirrors have changed position while the vehicle was being driven, including at highway speeds. When this occurs, my rearward and side visibility is unexpectedly altered while driving, requiring me to readjust the mirrors and creating a significant safety concern. This problem has persisted across multiple Rivian software versions and has become progressively worse. I have already reported the
OnXXX, at approximately 5:00 PM CT, my 2025 Rivian R1S was involved in a low-speed rear-end collision at the intersection of [XXX] and the [XXX]. I was merging onto the service road (posted speed approx. 55 mph) behind another vehicle that began its merge through a stop sign, then stopped suddenly. I was moving forward at approximately 5-10 mph while checking oncoming traffic to my left. The vehicle's Automatic Emergency Braking system did not engage, and no forward collision warning was displayed, before I struck the vehicle ahead. I applied the brakes manually only after impact. No injuries occurred. I am reporting this because Rivian has previously disclosed to NHTSA (Recall 25V-585, XXX
Rivian identified the recalls on our car model and are failing to get the vehicle to repair them since we are unable to get to the dealership.
2025 Rivian R1S questions
Does the 2025 Rivian R1S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2025 Rivian R1S: Rear Camera Image May Be Blocked by Alert in Reverse; Front Turn Signals May Fail to Light or Flash; Loose Rear Seat Belt Bolts May Weaken Crash Protection; Rear toe link may separate, raising crash risk; Driver-Assist Software May Miss a Vehicle Ahead. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Rivian R1S?
Based on 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (15), Forward Collision Avoidance (14), Exterior Lighting (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 2025 Rivian R1S has been fixed?
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