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#BS-2025-RIVR1T-248A2025 Rivian R1TProblems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 16 owners and 10 recalls for this exact model.
Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026
Preliminary Verdict
Green Light
Based on 16 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 10 recalls.
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
3 owners reported suspension issues — failures commonly reported around 1K miles.
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Top cost driver: Suspension (3 reports).
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2025 Rivian R1T: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Suspension Issues
Suspension complaints account for 19% of all reports filed for the 2025 Rivian R1T, with 3 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 800 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 1K-mile mark.
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2025 Rivian R1T, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2025 Rivian R1T, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Steering Issues
Steering complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2025 Rivian R1T, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to steering-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
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Recall History (10 recalls)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
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."
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
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."
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
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.
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2025 Rivian R1T NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall
Not ratedFrontal crash
Not ratedSide crash
Not ratedRollover
Not ratedFrom NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.
NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)
1 investigation still open: NHTSA is examining whether a defect warrants a recall.
Rear Toe Link May Separate
SUSPENSION:REAR
The worst model year for the Rivian R1T is the 2023 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is electrical.
2025 Rivian R1T vs. Class Average (Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD)
This vehicle
16
Class avg
41
Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical standard pickup trucks 4wd vehicles. A good sign.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 16 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 10 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.
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