The 2025 Rivian R1S is associated with 51 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 10 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING, accounting for 6 reports (12% of total complaints). EPA records certify all-electric efficiency of 68 to 85 MPGe with an estimated driving range of 258–410 miles across 22 certified vehicle configurations. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 51 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 10 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: EXTERIOR LIGHTING (6 / 12%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 4 crash / 1 fire / 2 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 68–85 MPGe (22 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| R1S Dual Large (22in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 94 MPGe | 77 MPGe | 85 MPGe | 329 mi | $900 / yr |
| R1S Performance Dual Large (22in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 94 MPGe | 77 MPGe | 85 MPGe | 329 mi | $900 / yr |
| R1S Dual Standard (22in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 92 MPGe | 77 MPGe | 85 MPGe | 270 mi | $900 / yr |
| R1S Dual Max (22in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 91 MPGe | 77 MPGe | 84 MPGe | 410 mi | $900 / yr |
| R1S Performance Dual Max (22in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 91 MPGe | 77 MPGe | 84 MPGe | 410 mi | $900 / yr |
| R1S Dual Large Plus (22in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 89 MPGe | 75 MPGe | 82 MPGe | 330 mi | $900 / yr |
| R1S Performance Dual Large Plus (22in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 89 MPGe | 75 MPGe | 82 MPGe | 330 mi | $900 / yr |
| R1S Dual Max (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 86 MPGe | 74 MPGe | 80 MPGe | 380 mi | $950 / yr |
| R1S Performance Dual Max (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 86 MPGe | 74 MPGe | 80 MPGe | 380 mi | $950 / yr |
| R1S Dual Standard (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 85 MPGe | 72 MPGe | 79 MPGe | 258 mi | $950 / yr |
| R1S Dual Large (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 85 MPGe | 72 MPGe | 79 MPGe | 300 mi | $950 / yr |
| R1S Performance Dual Large (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 85 MPGe | 72 MPGe | 79 MPGe | 300 mi | $950 / yr |
| R1S Dual Large Plus (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 85 MPGe | 72 MPGe | 78 MPGe | 317 mi | $950 / yr |
| R1S Performance Dual Large Plus (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 85 MPGe | 72 MPGe | 78 MPGe | 317 mi | $950 / yr |
| R1S All-Terrain Dual Max (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 82 MPGe | 73 MPGe | 78 MPGe | 370 mi | $950 / yr |
| R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Max (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 82 MPGe | 73 MPGe | 78 MPGe | 370 mi | $950 / yr |
| R1S All-Terrain Dual Large (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 82 MPGe | 70 MPGe | 76 MPGe | 289 mi | $1,000 / yr |
| R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Large (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 82 MPGe | 70 MPGe | 76 MPGe | 289 mi | $1,000 / yr |
| R1S Tri Max (22in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 81 MPGe | 70 MPGe | 76 MPGe | 371 mi | $1,000 / yr |
| R1S All-Terrain Dual Large Plus (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 76 MPGe | 67 MPGe | 72 MPGe | 292 mi | $1,050 / yr |
| R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Large Plus (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 76 MPGe | 67 MPGe | 72 MPGe | 292 mi | $1,050 / yr |
| R1S All-Terrain Tri Max (20in) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 72 MPGe | 63 MPGe | 68 MPGe | 329 mi | $1,100 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2025 Rivian R1S provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 410 miles on a single battery charge.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| SUV AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Standard in official NHTSA records for tested 2025 Rivian R1S models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2025 Rivian R1S problems & component breakdown (30 categories) →
Affected Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect Summary: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025-2026 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."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 29, 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, 2026.
Affected Component: SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer 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.
Affected Component: SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Summary: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had service performed. The toe link may have been reassembled incorrectly during service procedures performed before March 10, 2025.
Free Manufacturer 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.
View all 2025 Rivian R1S recalls & campaign history (10 campaigns) →