Rivian R1t common problems
Owners of 2022–2025 Rivian R1t vehicles have filed 126 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported system is airbags (34% of categorised reports). Below is every reported problem area, ranked by real complaint volume, with recall and crash context — useful if you're researching this model before buying used.
- 126
- Owner complaints
- 35
- Recall campaigns
- 10
- Crash-related reports
- 8
- Injury reports
Most reported problem areas
By share of categorised NHTSA complaints across all 4 model years. Each links to what that system covers and its recall history.
How to read this before buying
Complaint volume is not the same as failure rate. A model that sold in large numbers, or one that has been on sale for many years, accumulates more complaints without necessarily being less reliable. Use these figures to learn which systems to inspect, not to rank one model against another.
The single most useful next step is to check the specific vehicle's recalls by VIN — a recall repair is free at any franchised dealer, but only if it has actually been done.
Recent safety events
Full timeline- Recall2022 r1t
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall2023 r1t
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall2024 r1t
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall2025 r1t
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall2025 r1t
Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash.
- Investigation opened2022 r1t
NHTSA opened investigation PE26004
Rear Toe Link May Separate
Frequently asked
- What are the most common Rivian R1t problems?
- Across 126 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for 2022–2025 Rivian R1t vehicles, the most reported systems are airbags (34%), steering (23%), engine & cooling (21%).
- Which Rivian R1t model year has the most complaints?
- In our index, the 2022 Rivian R1t has the most owner complaints, with 68 filed.
- Are Rivian R1t problems dangerous?
- Of the 126 complaints on record, 10 mention a crash, 1 mention a fire and 8 mention an injury. Complaint counts are not a failure rate — check the specific vehicle's open recalls by VIN.
Problems by model year
The 2022 accounts for the most complaints (68). Open any year for its full complaint and recall report.
Where this comes from
Every figure is aggregated from consumer complaints filed directly with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration — not forums, reviews or estimates. Component grouping uses our published taxonomy.