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History Behind the Recall
Rivian Automotive, LLC has issued a safety recall affecting more than 34,000 electric delivery vehicles (EDVs) after discovering a defect that could impact driver seat belt performance.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the driver’s seat belt pretensioner cable may become damaged over time. If the pretensioner cable is compromised, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA notes that seat belt pretensioners are a critical safety component designed to tighten the belt during a collision. Any failure of this system reduces occupant protection and poses a serious safety concern.
Which Vehicles Are Affected
The recall applies to approximately 34,824 vehicles, including:
- 2022–2025 Rivian EDV
All affected vehicles were sold and operated in the United States. Rivian identified the issue during internal review and reported the defect to NHTSA on November 25, 2025.
What Owners Need to Do Next
Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to address the issue. In addition, Rivian will inspect the driver’s seat belt pretensioner assembly and replace it if necessary, free of charge.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning January 19, 2026. Owners with questions can contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian’s internal recall number for this campaign is FSAM-1770.
Owners can also check whether their vehicle is included in the recall by entering their VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How Rivian Owners Can Take Back Control
While this recall has been communicated to owners, many continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further action, underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.
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