Rivian EDV Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 24, 2026 · 23 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 23 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Rivian EDV, across 4 model years (2022–2025). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (15). The most reported problem area overall is seat belts.

Rivian EDV
Rivian EDV-700 with Amazon branding in downtown Omaha, Nebraska. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Mliu92, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Peak: 2023, with 15 complaints
2022: 7202272023: 152023152024: 0202402025: 120251

n = 23 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Rivian EDV years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No EDV model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2023 EDV: 15 complaints, 2 recalls
  2. 2022 EDV: 7 complaints, 2 recalls
  3. 2025 EDV: 1 complaint, 1 recall

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Rivian EDV problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Seat Belts1630
Power Train220
Suspension210
Air Bags110
Steering110
Vehicle Speed Control110

All Rivian EDV model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2025 EDV11—Seat Belts
2024 EDV02——
2023 EDV152—Seat Belts
2022 EDV72—Seat Belts

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Frequently asked questions

Which Rivian EDV years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2023 (15), 2022 (7), 2025 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Rivian EDV?

Seat Belts, with 16 complaints across 3 model years.

How many recalls does the Rivian EDV have?

3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.