Seat belts: critical fastenersRecall 26V-009 · Rivian vehicles
Rivian Automotive, LLC recall 26V-009 covers 869 Rivian vehicles for a seat belts: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on January 15, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 95% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V009000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The 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.
The risk
An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The 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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
95%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.