Model year
2026 Rivian R1S
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 14 complaints for the 2026 Rivian R1S (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2), FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (2), FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS (2). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 67–85 MPGe combined and 39.5–50.1 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $900–$1,150, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2022 6 complaints
- 2023 76 complaints
- 2024 17 complaints
- 2025 55 complaints
- 2026 14 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
26V597000 · Sep 16, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2027 R1S, 2022-2026 R1T, and 2027 R2 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by a notification when in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…
26V508000 · Aug 5, 2026
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025-2026 R1S and R1T vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108,…
26V009000 · Jan 15, 2026
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR; SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
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.
Complaints
14 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 3, fire flag on 0, injury field 2, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV BEV AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R1S Dual Standard (22in) · Automatic (A1) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 92 | 77 | 85 | 39.9 | 270 | $900 |
| R1S Dual Standard (20in) · Automatic (A1) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 85 | 72 | 79 | 42.9 | 258 | $950 |
| R1S Dual Max (20in) · Automatic (A1) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 86 | 74 | 80 | 42.0 | 380 | $950 |
| R1S Dual Max (22in) · Automatic (A1) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 91 | 77 | 84 | 39.9 | 410 | $900 |
| R1S All-Terrain Dual Max (20in) · Automatic (A1) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 82 | 73 | 78 | 43.2 | 370 | $950 |
| R1S Performance Dual Max (20in) · Automatic (A1) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 86 | 74 | 80 | 42.0 | 380 | $950 |
| R1S Performance Dual Max (22in) · Automatic (A1) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 91 | 77 | 84 | 39.9 | 410 | $900 |
| R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Max (20in) · Automatic (A1) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 82 | 73 | 78 | 43.2 | 370 | $950 |
| R1S Dual Large Plus (22in) · Automatic (A1) · 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 89 | 75 | 82 | 40.9 | 330 | $900 |
| R1S All-Terrain Dual Large Plus (20in) · Automatic (A1) · 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 76 | 67 | 72 | 46.9 | 292 | $1,050 |
| R1S Performance Dual Large Plus (22in) · Automatic (A1) · 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 89 | 75 | 82 | 40.9 | 330 | $900 |
| R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Large Plus (20in) · Automatic (A1) · 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 76 | 67 | 72 | 46.9 | 292 | $1,050 |
13 more configurations are in the EPA file and are not listed in this table. The fuel-cost calculator lists every configuration.
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2026 Rivian R1S at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.