2024 Rivian R1S: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2024 Rivian R1S: 7 recalls, 17 owner complaints and up to 82 mpg combined.
Recalls
7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #24V319000 · 2024 · 127 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Rivian mailed owners the warning label information, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2024.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #24V367000 · 2024 · 2,334 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will inspect and adjust the headlight alignment as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #24V408000 · 2024 · 1,723 vehicles
What's wrong: The attachment clips on the upper b-pillar and/or c-pillar trim panels May have been damaged during a service procedure.
Why it matters: Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Rivian will replace the pillar trim panels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2024.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #25V370000 · 2025 · 536 vehicles
What's wrong: The d-ring bolts for one or both front seat belt anchorage assemblies May not have been properly installed.
Why it matters: An improperly secured seat belt May not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Rivian will inspect and properly secure the seat belt anchorage assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025.
Suspension Vehicle recall #26V003000 · 2026 · 19,641 vehicles
What's wrong: The toe link May have been reassembled incorrectly during service procedures performed before March 10, 2025.
Why it matters: The toe link joint May separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will replace the rear toe link bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026.
Seat belts, Seat belts Vehicle recall #26V009000 · 2026 · 869 vehicles
What's wrong: The bolts that secure the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies May be improperly tightened.
Why it matters: An improperly secured seat belt retractor May not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Rivian will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2026.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #26V597000 · 2026 · 98,828 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 Standard (fmvss) number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Suspension (5): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3).
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Forward collision avoidance (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2024 Rivian R1S has 17 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 6 R1S model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 28). Complaints peaked in 2024 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 24,255 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (76 complaints, 10 recalls), 2025 (54 complaints, 11 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 89e | 76e | 82e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 82e | 74e | 78e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 84e | 72e | 78e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 80e | 74e | 77e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 80e | 71e | 75e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 78e | 71e | 75e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 78e | 67e | 73e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 76e | 68e | 72e | Electricity |
| Electric (162, 162, 162 and 162 kW AC 3-Phase) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 75e | 66e | 71e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 74e | 66e | 70e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 72e | 64e | 68e | Electricity |
| Electric (162, 162, 162 and 162 kW AC 3-Phase) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 73e | 63e | 68e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2024 Rivian R1S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 2024 Rivian R1S. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Rivian R1S problems?
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are suspension (5), other / unknown (3), speed control / throttle (3).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Rivian R1S get?
EPA ratings run up to 82 mpg combined, across 15 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2024 Rivian R1S repair manual?
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