2026 Rivian R1S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R1S years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 4th of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Rivian R1S. That ranks 4th out of 6 R1S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is forward collision avoidance (3 complaints, 21%). Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 14owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2026 Rivian R1S 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 21% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 21% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 14% | 500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 14% | 977 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2026 Rivian R1S recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Back over prevention:software
Problem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2027 R1S, 2022-2026 R1T, and 2027 R2 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by a notification when in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1866. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 9, 2026.
Exterior lighting:turn signal
Problem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025-2026 R1S and R1T vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1833. This is an expansion of Recall 25V387. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 31, 2026.
Seat belts:rear/other:retractor; seat belts:critical fasteners
Problem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and 2022-2026 R1S vehicles. The bolts that secure the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies may be improperly tightened.
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Rivian will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1795.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While I was traveling, I suddenly got a brake light fault, turn signal fault, and front camera fault warning messages that appeared on the computer. Rear driver's side tail light/turn signal light stopped functioning and the rest of the brake lights are stuck on, including the rear third tail light…
The contact owns a 2026 Rivian R1S. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the GPS feature on the center digital screen failed to provide the accurate miles per hour traveled as designed. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was…
Within 48 hours of picking up my new 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard, I experienced a power steering fault while on a public roadway to where the vehicle entered a crawl mode and the power steering stopped working. The car was not steerable. I spent an hour on the phone with Rivian emergency roadside…
PROPULSION FAILURE AT HIGHWAY SPEED â KNOWN DEFECT â NHTSA MFR COMMS XXX & XXX VEHICLE: 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard, VIN [XXX], LFP battery. Delivered XXX. 702 miles at incident. INCIDENT XXX: Complete unwarned propulsion failure on [XXX] at highway speed. Dashboard showed 8% SOC immediately…
SUPPLEMENTAL COMPLAINT â This filing supplements VOQ No. XXX filed XXX for the same vehicle and incident. The original complaint contained factual inaccuracies that this filing corrects. PROPULSION FAILURE AT HIGHWAY SPEED â KNOWN DEFECT â NHTSA MFR COMMS 11026123 & 11026124 VEHICLE: 2026…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Rivian R1S?
Owners most often report forward collision avoidance, latches/locks/linkages, electrical system problems. The top one, forward collision avoidance, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Rivian R1S?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2026 Rivian R1S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R1S model years, the 2026 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.