2026 Rivian R1S
Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 14 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 75 |
| 2024 | 17 |
| 2025 | 55 |
| 2026 | 14 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Latches/locks/linkages
4 of 14 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing emergency mechanical release and lock.
Forward collision avoidance
4 of 14 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and adaptive cruise control.
Show complaint excerpts
I am writing to report a serious safety incident involving my 2026 Rivian R1S.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-12-01
Also filed under Back over prevention
While I was traveling, I suddenly got a brake light fault, turn signal fault, and front camera fault warning messages that appeared on the computer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-27
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Vehicle speed control
2 of 14 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Steering
2 of 14 total reports mention: steering.
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Within 48 hours of picking up my new 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard, I experienced a power steering fault while on a public roadway to where the vehicle entered a crawl mode and the power steering stopped working. The car was not steerable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-09
Service brakes
2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-03-02Seat belts26V009000 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.
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.
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Date not on fileExterior lighting26V508000 Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025-2026 R1S and R1T vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 29, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261.
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Date not on fileBack over prevention26V597000 Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2027 R1S, 2022-2026 R1T, and 2027 R2 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by a notification when in reverse.
Remedy: Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261.
Buy-smart checklist
2026 Rivian R1S — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Latches/locks/linkages: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V508000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 26V597000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 26V009000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2026 Rivian R1S reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Rivian R1S have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.