Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2026 Rivian R1T by year filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2026 Rivian R1T
Pickup, electric, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Jan 26, 2026 to Sep 1, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year2103k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints3Below the median 2026 pickup
Severity index0.02026 pickups average 4.2
First 24 monthsOpenWindow has not closed yet
Components
33% of complaints about the 2026 Rivian R1T name airbags
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
2 recall campaigns cover the 2026 Rivian R1T
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-597 | Sep 16, 2026 | Rearview camera image may be obstructed by a notification when in reverse | Back-over prevention | 98,828 | Software update |
| 26V-508 | Aug 5, 2026 | One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash | Lighting | 3,829 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2026 Rivian R1T
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
3 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Sep 1, 2026Failure Aug 28, 2026San Diego, CAUnknown or other
The vehicle consistently will not kneel when parking. This all started after a software update in Feb/2026. Rivian is stating there is nothing wrong and the vehicle is behaving as expected. The vehicle needs to properly kneel so that my passenger can safely exit/enter the vehicle. The problem happens every time I park in my driveway.
NHTSA complaint 11761403 - Filed Aug 27, 2026Failure Aug 24, 2026Pasadena, MDAir bags
Was parking and when I hit the park button. A lot of error lights came on. After a reset, I have an Airbag needs service error.
NHTSA complaint 11760048 - Filed Jan 26, 2026Failure Dec 30, 20254,500 milesCrested Butte, COElectrical system, Parking brake
The contact owns a 2026 Rivian R1T. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the messages "Service Parking Brake - Vehicle Unable to Drive" and "Secure Vehicle to Keep from Rolling" were displayed. The vehicle was towed to a service center, where an unknown repair was performed; however, the failure recurred two weeks later. The contact stated that upon verifying the vehicle service history on the Mobile App, the history only listed the infotainment system service. Additionally, a Rivian technician had serviced the vehicle at the residence; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was in the process of towing the vehicle back to the Service Ccenter. The failure mileage was approximately 4,500.
NHTSA complaint 11713401
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
7 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- RCA-78-26-004-1 Aug 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2025-2026 R1T and R1S vehicles that may be susceptible to windshield washer fluid leaking from the front fascia camera washer nozzle. The customer may notice washer fluid leaking and/… - RSB-93-26-002-1 Jul 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2026 R1T and R1S vehicles that might have an audible rattle originating from the B-pillar area when driving on rough road surfaces. Upon customer complaint, Rivian will apply anti-rat… - RSB-56-002-1 Apr 17, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2025-2026 R1T and R1S vehicles that were manufactured with exterior door handles that, under some conditions, could squeak when the handles present or retract. The ability to open the door… - RSB-93-26-001-1 Apr 17, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2026 R1T and R1S vehicles that may be prone to noise and/or vibration from the door areas, particularly buzzing and rattling sounds. This results in a perceived quality issue. Upon cu… - RSB-64-26-001-1 Feb 18, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rivian is launching a Rivian Service Bulletin for some model year 2025-2026 R1T and R1S vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a visible gap at the front of the wireless charging mat, resulting in a perceived quality issue. Upon customer complain… - 112425_SOCImbalance_Email Nov 24, 2025 · Other
Email encouraging owners to update to the latest software. - SOC Imbalance SMS_112625 Nov 26, 2025 · Other
Text message to encourage owners to update to latest software.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.