Rivian R1T Problems by Year
NHTSA has 133 owner complaints and 18 safety recalls on file for the Rivian R1T, across 6 model years (2022–2027). The 2022 model year has the most complaints (70). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Rivian R1T years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical R1T year: 2022, 2023. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2022 R1T: 70 complaints, 12 recalls
- 2023 R1T: 40 complaints, 8 recalls
- 2024 R1T: 10 complaints, 7 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
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 R1T problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 20 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 5 | 1 |
| Suspension | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 17 | 3 | 5 |
| Steering | 14 | 4 | 1 |
| Power Train | 13 | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 2 | 3 |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | 2 | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 7 | 3 | 2 |
| Structure | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 3 | 3 |
| Wheels | 7 | 3 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Insert, Padding | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Rivian R1T model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 R1T | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2026 R1T | 3 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2025 R1T | 9 | 8 | — | Suspension | |
| 2024 R1T | 10 | 7 | — | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2023 R1T | 40 | 8 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2022 R1T | 70 | 12 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Rivian R1T years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2022 (70), 2023 (40) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical R1T year. 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 R1T?
Air Bags, with 20 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Rivian R1T have?
18 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.