Worst 2025 Rivian R1S Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Unintended Acceleration
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2025 Rivian R1S.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | — | — | 10,000 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 7 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Brakes | 5 | 2 | 1 | 24 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch:Emergency Mechanical Release | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2025 Rivian R1S
9 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~95,586 vehicles.
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.
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.
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles operating a software version prior to 2025.18.30. The Hands-Free Highway Assist (HWA) software may fail to correctly identify a lead vehicle.
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. An improperly grounded connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Box (HVDB) may cause a loss of drive power.
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 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, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
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.
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. 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."
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1T and R1S vehicles. Software version 2024.39.30 may prevent certain exterior lights from turning on when the Car Costume feature is activated.
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."
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2025 Rivian R1S — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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