NHTSA 26V009000 United States
Rivian R1S recall: Seat Belts:critical Fasteners
Official safety recall 26V009000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign26V009000
ComponentSeat Belts:critical Fasteners
Report date2026-01-16
ManufacturerRivian Automotive, LLC
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Rivian R1T | 2022 | United States |
| Rivian R1T | 2023 | United States |
| Rivian R1T | 2024 | United States |
| Rivian R1T | 2025 | United States |
| Rivian R1S | 2022 | United States |
| Rivian R1S | 2023 | United States |
| Rivian R1S | 2024 | United States |
| Rivian R1S | 2025 | United States |
| Rivian R1S | 2026 | United States |
The problem
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.
An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The official 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.