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NHTSA recall,

Rivian R1S (2022-2027), Rivian R1T (2022-2026), and Rivian R2 (2027)

The rearview camera image may be obstructed by a notification, reducing driver view and increasing crash risk.

Summary by Recall Canary from the NHTSA notice

What happened

Rivian Automotive, LLC is recalling certain 2022-2027 R1S, 2022-2026 R1T, and 2027 R2 vehicles because the rearview camera image may be obstructed by a notification when in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects 98,828 vehicles nationwide and was reported to NHTSA on September 16, 2026.

Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026.

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What to do

If you own a vehicle in this recall:

  1. Check your VIN (vehicle identification number) at nhtsa.gov/recalls. VINs are searchable from November 9, 2026.
  2. Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.
  3. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. You may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261.
  4. Watch your mail. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026.

What you get Free repair

Full text from NHTSA

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.

Is your Rivian affected?

3 models

These models and years may be affected.

  • R1S, model years 2022 to 2027
  • R1T, model years 2022 to 2026
  • R2, model years 2027

Your VIN confirms it. Find the 17-character VIN on the driver's side of the dashboard or on your registration card.

Check your VIN on nhtsa.gov (opens in a new tab)

Recall details

Reported to NHTSA
Sold in
Nationwide
Manufacturer
Rivian Automotive, LLC
Component
Backup camera defect
Campaign
26V597000
Vehicles affected
98,828
Repair cost
Free of charge
Owner letters expected
Manufacturer's recall number
FSAM-1866
Manufacturer phone
1-888-748-4261

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Timeline

  1. Reported to NHTSA

  2. Listed on Recall Canary

  3. Summary updated

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Summary by Recall Canary, written with AI · summary updated Oct 2, 2026 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (opens in a new tab)