Occupant classification: front passengerRecall 22V-319 · 2022 Rivian R1t

Rivian Automotive, LLC recall 22V-319 covers 473 2022 Rivian R1t for a occupant classification: front passenger problem, reported to NHTSA on May 10, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 97% of affected vehicles repaired.

97%
Vehicles repaired458 of 473 · 2025 Q2
Vehicles affected4731 model
ReportedMay 10, 2022Owners notified Jul 6, 2022
Complaints since6Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V319000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may not deactivate the air bag when a child or child seat occupies the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

The risk

A child in the front seat may be at a greater risk of injury in the event of a passenger air bag deployment during a crash.

What to do

The fix

Rivian Service Centers will replace the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-734-855-4345. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-651.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

97%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 7 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2022 Q32025 Q2
1 model

Vehicles in this recall