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2027 Rivian R1sProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2027 Rivian R1s, most often about the seats. It is covered by 1 safety recall.

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CarFlaw IndexToo new to rateHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls1Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTop problem1Seats

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 31, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2027 Rivian R1s has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Seats10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

1 recall

2027 Rivian R1s recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Back over prevention: software

New

Recall 26V-597 · Sep 16, 2026 · 98,828 vehicles

Risk. An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Rivian.

Best & worst years

2027 vs. every other R1s year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the R1s median. How we score

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2027 Rivian R1s safety ratings

2027 RIVIAN R1S SUV BEV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words

What R1s owners report

Recent seats complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

I am reporting a potential safety defect involving the front passenger seat mounting assembly on my 2027 Rivian R1S. While removing the front passenger seat to access the 12V battery, the front-right floor-mounted captive nut detached from the vehicle’s mounting structure as I loosened the seat…
Complaint 11774898 · Oct 31, 2026

Own a 2027 R1s?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.