NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Rivian R1s BEV Safety Record
The 2026 Rivian R1s BEV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 11 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2026 Rivian R1S BEV has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, precluding the assignment of a Safety Index score or official star ratings from the agency. Federal data reflects a Light burden band for recalls and complaints, with zero open recall campaigns reported. Additionally, eleven consumer complaints are on file. This assessment is based exclusively on recall and complaint data, offering no insight into the vehicle's crashworthiness. The absence of crash-test results should not be interpreted as an indicator of safety performance, positive or negative.
The 2026 Rivian R1S BEV was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 11 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Rivian R1s BEV?
The 2026 Rivian R1S BEV has no record of federal safety recalls. Its eleven unverified consumer complaints are spread across six component categories. Three of these complaints cite issues with Latches, Locks, and Linkages. Separately, two complaints each concern the Forward Collision Avoidance system and the Service Brakes. While these systems are critical for crash avoidance, NHTSA has not initiated any investigation or recall based on these reports. No crash-test data for this model year or its siblings is available from NHTSA.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Rivian R1s BEV have any recalls?
The 2026 Rivian R1S BEV has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. No recall components are listed, no park-outside advisory applies, and no do-not-drive guidance has been issued under any recall for this model year. Shoppers should still verify their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov, because recall records can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Rivian R1s BEV?
Eleven consumer complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for the 2026 Rivian R1S BEV. These are unverified allegations, not established findings. The most frequently reported components are Latches, Locks, and Linkages with three allegations, followed by the Fuel and Propulsion System, Vehicle Speed Control, Forward Collision Avoidance, Structure, and Service Brakes, each with two reported concerns.
11 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Rivian R1s BEV?
Any shopper considering a used 2026 Rivian R1S BEV should run the vehicle's VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov before purchase. Recall status is tied to the individual VIN, and a remedy completed on one unit does not apply to another. No cost, resale, or ownership claims are within the scope of this safety record.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score on file for the 2026 Rivian R1S BEV, so no federal star ratings exist for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are recorded for this model year, but shoppers should confirm open-recall status for their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov because the recall database is updated continuously.
- Two of the eleven unverified consumer allegations involve Forward Collision Avoidance and two involve Service Brakes, both safety-relevant systems, though NHTSA has not opened a formal investigation or recall tied to those reports.
- The Light burden band reflects the low volume of recalls and complaints in the federal record and is not a crash-safety grade or a substitute for a tested vehicle's Safety Index.
FAQ2026 Rivian R1s BEV safety questions
Was the 2026 Rivian R1s BEV crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 11 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Rivian R1s BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Rivian R1s BEV as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Rivian R1s BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 11 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Rivian R1s BEV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Rivian R1s BEV 2026.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.