NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2025 Rivian R1t Safety Record
The 2025 Rivian R1t has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 8 recalls and 10 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2025 Rivian R1T has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving consumers without an official Safety Index or star ratings for this model year. Its safety profile, as recorded by NHTSA, includes a "Light" burden band for recalls and complaints. Six recall campaigns have been issued, addressing issues with seat belts, suspension fasteners, ADAS software, high-voltage battery grounding, and front turn signals. Additionally, ten unverified owner complaints have been registered. The absence of crash-test data means no federal assessment of its crashworthiness exists, and thus no judgment can be made on its safety performance.
The 2025 Rivian R1T was not crash-tested by NHTSA and carries six recall campaigns and a 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 | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 8 |
| Owner complaints | 10 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Rivian R1t?
The 2025 R1T carries no federal crash-test ratings; its safety profile is defined by its recall and owner complaint data alone. Six recall campaigns address consequential safety systems, including structural fasteners for the seatbelt anchor and suspension toe link, a high-voltage battery grounding fault, ADAS software behavior, and a lighting compliance issue. The recalls for seatbelt and suspension fasteners extend across multiple model years, suggesting a fleet-wide service history may contribute to the toe link recall. Ten owner complaints have been filed, with no confirmed injuries or fire events, but issues span suspension, electrical, powertrain, and steering. Owners should verify all applicable campaigns have been closed for their vehicle.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Rivian R1t have any recalls?
The 2025 R1T is named in five recall campaigns touching the following components: second-row seat belt mounting bolts, toe link suspension fasteners on vehicles that received prior service, Hands-Free ADAS software operating below version 2025.18.30, an improperly grounded connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Unit, and front turn signals that may fail to illuminate or flash. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided, but owners should verify current open-recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE26V597000
Risk: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1866. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 9, 2026.
Reported 2026-09-16
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL26V508000
Risk: Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1833. This is an expansion of Recall 25V387. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 31, 2
Reported 2026-08-06
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS26V009000
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
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.
Reported 2026-01-15
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS26V003000
Risk: The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Rivian will replace the rear toe link bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1794. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 24, 2026.
Reported 2026-01-05
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE25V585000
Risk: Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1744.
Reported 2025-09-08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY25V537000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and repair the HVDB ground strap joint or replace the high voltage battery pack as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1723.
Reported 2025-08-21
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL25V387000
Risk: Turn signals that do not function properly, failing to indicate the driver's intention to change direction, increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners will receive a second notice once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1693.
Reported 2025-06-11
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE25V370000
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and properly secure the seat belt anchorage assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1681.
Reported 2025-06-03
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Rivian R1t?
Ten owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2025 R1T. The top components alleged are Suspension with three reports, followed by Electrical System, Power Train, and Steering each with two reports, plus Structure with one report. All complaints are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Rivian R1t?
Potential owners of a 2025 Rivian R1T should be aware that six recall campaigns remain open for this model year. Before purchase, a VIN check at nhtsa.gov will confirm which of these, if any, have been remedied. Our safety assessment does not consider ownership cost or resale value.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2025 R1T, meaning no federal star ratings exist for this model year and the safety picture comes from recalls and complaints alone.
- Six recall campaigns are on record for this model year, covering seat belt mounting bolts, suspension toe link fasteners, ADAS software, a high-voltage battery grounding fault, and front turn signal failure.
- The seat belt and suspension fastener recalls span the 2022 through 2025 R1T range, and the toe link recall specifically targets vehicles that previously had service performed, making VIN-level verification essential.
- Ten owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, all unverified allegations, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths, and the most recently filed report is dated within the current calendar year.
FAQ2025 Rivian R1t safety questions
Was the 2025 Rivian R1t 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 8 recalls and 10 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Rivian R1t have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 8 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Rivian R1t. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Rivian R1t?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 10 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Rivian R1t. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Rivian R1t 2025.
- 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.