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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.
2025 Rivian R1tProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2025 Rivian R1t, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-387 the manufacturer reports only 86% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 16, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Rivian R1t has problems
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Suspension
2Power train
2Steering
2Electrical system
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Structure
1Exterior lighting
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2025 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
Exterior lighting: turn signal
NewRisk. Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash.
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.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Adaptive cruise control: software
Risk. Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Exterior lighting: turn signal
Risk. Turn signals that do not function properly, failing to indicate the driver's intention to change direction, increase 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.
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
2025 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
NHTSA crash tests
2025 Rivian R1t safety ratings
2025 Rivian R1T PU/CC AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2025 Rivian R1t, and the recalls they led to.
- Rear Toe Link May SeparateOpen
In owners' words
What R1t owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The half shaft axel on My Rivian R1T broke in under 6000K miles. Rivian tried hard to deny it, but did finally concede and fix it. But upon return there is still something wrong with the drive train.
The manufacturer service tech advised that the clevis mount holding the front passenger suspension in place was missing a weld to the frame (the attached work order says it was re-welded, but when asked they said the weld was missing). This resulted in creaking noises through the cab when turning.
I leased my Rivian on June 28th. Around July 21st, the vehicle started to drift to the left. On August 19th, my vehicle started to develop bump steer over uneven road surfaces. I brought my vehicle in for service on August 20th. From August 20th to now, my vehicle has had 3 alignments performed,…
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