2025 Rivian R1S: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Rivian R1S: 11 recalls, 54 owner complaints and up to 85 mpg combined.
Recalls
11 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Steering, Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #24V686000 · 2024 · 33 vehicles
What's wrong: Rivian automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 r1s vehicles. The steering column control module (sccm) May be missing cruise control markings. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "control and displays."
Why it matters: The driver May not know how to activate or deactivate the cruise control without the proper markings, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will inspect and replace the sccms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2024.
Electrical, Exterior lights Vehicle recall #24V827000 · 2024 · 5,128 vehicles
What's wrong: Software version 2024.39.30 May prevent certain exterior lights from turning on when the car costume feature is activated.
Why it matters: Deactivated exterior lighting reduces the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2024.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #25V085000 · 2025 · 17,260 vehicles
What's wrong: The headlight low beams May fail to illuminate when starting the vehicle in cold weather. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: Headlight failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will replace the headlight control modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025.
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.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #25V387000 · 2025 · 27,882 vehicles
What's wrong: 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, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: Turn signals that do not function properly, failing to indicate the driver's intention to change direction, increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners will receive a second notice once the remedy becomes available.
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V537000 · 2025 · 23 vehicles
What's wrong: An improperly grounded connection inside the high voltage distribution box (hvdb) May cause a loss of drive power.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will inspect and repair the hvdb ground strap joint or replace the high voltage battery pack as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025.
Forward collision avoidance Vehicle recall #25V585000 · 2025 · 24,214 vehicles
What's wrong: 18.30. The hands-free highway assist (hwa) software May fail to correctly identify a lead vehicle.
Why it matters: Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 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.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #26V508000 · 2026 · 3,829 vehicles
What's wrong: 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, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 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. 1 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (14): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3).
- Exterior lights (9): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Forward collision avoidance (9): the most common themes are warning light on (3).
- Speed control / throttle (8): the most common themes are warning light on (3), stalls / loses power (2).
The 2025 Rivian R1S has 54 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 6 R1S model years for complaints (1.9× the average R1S year). Complaints peaked in 2025 (35 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 2,200 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (17 complaints, 7 recalls), 2026 (14 complaints, 3 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 | 92e | 77e | 85e | Electricity |
| Electric (264 and 264 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 94e | 77e | 85e | Electricity |
| Electric (264 and 264 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 91e | 77e | 84e | Electricity |
| Electric (264 and 264 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 89e | 75e | 82e | Electricity |
| Electric (264 and 264 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 86e | 74e | 80e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 and 208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 85e | 72e | 79e | Electricity |
| Electric (264 and 264 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 85e | 72e | 79e | Electricity |
| Electric (264 and 264 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 82e | 73e | 78e | Electricity |
| Electric (264 and 264 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 82e | 70e | 76e | Electricity |
| Electric (201, 201 and 233 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 81e | 70e | 76e | Electricity |
| Electric (264 and 264 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 76e | 67e | 72e | Electricity |
| Electric (201 and 233 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | 4-Wheel Drive | 72e | 63e | 68e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Rivian R1S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recalls for the 2025 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 2025 Rivian R1S problems?
Owners have filed 54 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (14), exterior lights (9), forward collision avoidance (9).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Rivian R1S get?
EPA ratings run up to 85 mpg combined, across 12 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2025 Rivian R1S repair manual?
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