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2024 Rivian R1S problems

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One of the years to avoid

The 2024 Rivian R1S carries two red flags at once: 31 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA and an open NHTSA defect investigation (subject: Rear Toe Link May Separate). It is one of the R1S years to avoid.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across driver assistance (7), suspension (4), and other (3), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

31

NHTSA complaints

6

Recalls

1

Investigations · 1 open

12

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other R1S years?

R1S NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted120 complaints2022: 13 complaints2023: 120 complaints2024: 31 complaints2025: 85 complaints2026: 19 complaints
R1S NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Rivian R1S problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance723%
Suspension413%
Other310%
Speed Control310%
Airbags26%
Electrical System26%
Seats26%
Body & Structure26%
Tires & Wheels26%
Brakes13%
Visibility & Wipers13%
Steering13%
Transmission13%

Does the 2024 Rivian R1S have recalls?

6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V009000Seat BeltsJanuary 15, 2026 · 869 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

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.

26V003000SuspensionJanuary 5, 2026 · 19,641 units

Defect

Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had service performed. The toe link may have been reassembled incorrectly during service procedures performed before March 10, 2025.

Consequence

The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Rivian will replace the rear toe link bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1794. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 24, 2026.

25V370000Seat BeltsJune 3, 2025 · 536 units

Defect

Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and R1S vehicles. The D-ring bolts for one or both front seat belt anchorage assemblies may not have been properly installed.

Consequence

An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Rivian will inspect and properly secure the seat belt anchorage assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1681.

24V408000AirbagsJune 5, 2024 · 1,723 units

Defect

Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles. The attachment clips on the upper B-pillar and/or C-pillar trim panels may have been damaged during a service procedure.

Consequence

Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Rivian will replace the pillar trim panels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 1464.

24V367000LightingMay 23, 2024 · 2,334 units

Defect

Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2023-2024 EDV, R1S, and R1T vehicles. The headlights may be improperly aimed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Rivian will inspect and adjust the headlight alignment as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1445.

24V319000OtherMay 9, 2024 · 127 units

Defect

Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2024 R1T and R1S vehicles. The dashboard air bag warning label may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence

Without the dashboard label, operators may be unaware of the increased risks that an air bag poses to an infant or child in the front seat, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.

Remedy

Rivian mailed owners the warning label information, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1429.

Open NHTSA investigations

PE26004

Rear Toe Link May Separate

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received two Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) reporting left rear toe link separation in certain Model Year (MY) 2023-2024 Rivian R1S vehicles. Both VOQs report component separation while driving, causing the vehicles to swerve across multiple lanes of traffic. One incident resulted in a collision with an adjacent vehicle and roadside barrier.  In both separations, the bolt that maintains the integrity of the toe link fractured. Evidence collected from the complaint vehicles included repair histories, onboard video, imagery of the damaged components, and a police accident report. The two vehicles with reported separation have different vehicle histories. One vehicle received prior service and the other was involved in a previous collision. In both instances, the vehicles operated for multiple months and thousands of miles of usage with no apparent problems between the previous service or the previous collision and the failures that prompted this investigation. Rivian recognized the subject toe link joint’s sensitivity to service procedures in March of 2025 in its updated service procedures. In January 2026 through recall 26V-003, Rivian extended the improved repair procedure to vehicles that received toe link service prior to the March 2025 improvement. ODI is opening a Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to (1) assess the sensitivity of the rear toe link joint to foreseeable road and service conditions, (2) compare the physical failure evidence from the two VOQs to  identify apparent similarities and potential differences, (3) evaluate Rivian’s current toe link repair procedure, and (4) assess the in-field subject population’s toe links conditions. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Car suddenly lost control, making zig zag movements, none of the safety sensors were working, car went off road and crashed into freeway side fence. Windows airbags deployed on driver window and passenger window behind driver seat ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · February 19, 2026 · crash

“On [XXX], I was driving my Rivian R1S on [XXX] in the far left lane at highway speed on a smooth, straight road when I suddenly and completely lost control of the vehicle without warning. The vehicle swerved right, struck a vehicle in the middle lane, then veered left, spun, and collided head-on…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · April 13, 2026 · crash

“The contact owns a 2024 Rivian R1S. The contact stated that while his wife was attempting to park in a parking space, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated. The brake pedal was violently depressed however the vehicle continued to accelerate. No warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · October 10, 2024 · crash

“The horn is so quiet that when I was driving on the highway at 65 mph, someone changed lanes without looking. I tried to use the horn, but it was so soft that neither the other driver nor I could hear it, which nearly caused a major accident. I’ve spoken to other owners who have also noticed this…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 15, 2024

“Vehicle stopped working while driving. It completely shut off even though I had 250 miles of range available. It looked up the rear wheels and came to a very harsh stop. It was immobilized and even with a hard reset it didn’t come back to life. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 29, 2024

2024 Rivian R1S — common questions

Is the 2024 Rivian R1S reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 31 complaints put the 2024 model at #3 of 5 R1S years, and a defect investigation remains open. It is one of the R1S years to avoid.

What are the most common 2024 R1S problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (7 complaints), suspension (4 complaints), other (3 complaints).

Does the 2024 Rivian R1S have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Rivian R1S. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2024 Rivian R1S under NHTSA investigation?

Yes — an investigation remains open (Rear Toe Link May Separate). An open ODI action means NHTSA is actively assessing a possible defect.

Which Rivian R1S years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the R1S years to avoid are 2023, 2025, 2024, 2022. The cleanest record among R1S years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.