no report yet
Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2022 Rivian R1tProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 74 owner complaints about the 2022 Rivian R1t, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 12 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-883 the manufacturer reports only 93% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 8, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Rivian R1t has problems
74 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
17Suspension1 crash/fire/injury
12Forward collision avoidance5 crash/fire/injury
10Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
9Steering1 crash/fire/injury
8Power train2 crash/fire/injury
6Back over prevention
5Wheels
5Fuel/propulsion system
5Air bags
2811 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 17 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 12 | 5 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 1 |
| Steering | 9 | 1 |
| Power train | 8 | 2 |
| Back over prevention | 6 | 2 |
| Wheels | 5 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 0 |
| Air bags | 5 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 28 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
12 recalls
2022 Rivian R1t 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Seat belts: critical fasteners
NewRisk. An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Suspension: critical fasteners
NewRisk. The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Front: anchorage
Risk. An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q2
Other: labels
Risk. A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Air bags: critical fasteners
Risk. Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
Risk. Failure to activate "auto-hold" or "park" can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Infotainment: software
Risk. The inability to operate the windshield defrosting and defogging system can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Air bags: frontal
Risk. Failure of the air bag to deploy as intended increases the risk of injury to the front passenger during a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Spindle: arm
Risk. A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Front: anchorage
Risk. An improperly secured seat belt anchor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Occupant classification: front passenger
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.
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
2022 vs. every other R1t 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 R1t median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2022 Rivian R1t, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
- Rear Toe Link May SeparateOpen
In owners' words
What R1t owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
2022 Rivian R1T, ~102,600 mi. Front suspension dampers (hydraulic/air suspension) failing again. Front end rises under acceleration and suspension is soft. In rain the front tires lose traction during acceleration. Current parts are installed; vehicle available for inspection. Prior replaced parts…
I am reporting repeated suspension and structural failures involving my 2022 Rivian R1T. In April 2026, at approximately 90,537 miles, Rivian performed a comprehensive inspection and found both front lower control arm bushings torn, the right rear damper leaking, and the rear subframe cracked.…
In July of 2025 while driving my entire air suspension collapsed on the highway slamming the vehicle down onto it's bumpstops. Rivian covered a "fix" of this under warrant. In December the rear shock was leaking. Now in July of this year while driving the front air suspension collapsed to it's bump…
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