2022 Rivian EDV Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other EDV years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Rivian EDV. That ranks 2nd out of 4 EDV model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is seat belts (5 complaints, 71%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 7owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 Rivian EDV problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 5 | 71% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2022 Rivian EDV recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
Fix: 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.
Suspension:front:control arm:upper arm; steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Problem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T, R1S, and EDV vehicles. The fastener connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have been improperly tightened.
Risk: A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the steering knuckle fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 997.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Rivian EDV Seat Belt Anchor Detachment (PE25011) — opened Sep 22, 2025, closed Feb 25, 2026, led to recall 25V816.
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
seat belt anchor failure
Same problem as many of our Rivian vans, the seat belt is coming loose at the anchor point causing a major safety concern.
Same as several of our Rivian vehicles, the seat belt anchor is failing causing a major safety concern.
The seat belt anchor for the lap belt has separated from the anchor point. It appears the cable is pulling apart as can be seen in photos I will be attaching. This is a huge safety concern however Rivian is telling us this is from a driver sitting on the seat belt. I am denying this accusation…
During normal operation of the this vehicle, the seatbelt pretensioner cable snapped when the driver attempted to buckle the seatbelt. This is where the lap belt portion is attached to the seat. The cable is frayed and breaks. This same defect has occurred on 5 of our 34 vehicles of the same make…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Rivian EDV?
Owners most often report seat belts, air bags, power train problems. The top one, seat belts, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 Rivian EDV?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2022 Rivian EDV a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other EDV model years, the 2022 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.