2022-2027 Rivian R1S, 2022-2026 Rivian R1T, 2027 Rivian R2 recall: Obstructed Rearview Camera Image/FMVSS 111
Report received by NHTSA: Sept. 16, 2026.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 4, 2026.
- What's recalled
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2027 R1S, 2022-2026 R1T, and 2027 R2 vehicles. 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."
- The risk
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Who's affected
98,828 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2022-2027 Rivian R1S, 2022-2026 Rivian R1T, 2027 Rivian R2.
- Compared with
Rivian Automotive, LLC has 5 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 6 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
23 earlier NHTSA recalls by Rivian Automotive, LLC since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Aug. 6, 2026 2025-2026 Rivian R1S, 2025-2026 Rivian R1T recall: Front Exterior Turn Signals May Fail/FMVSS 108
- Jan. 15, 2026 Rivian Automotive, LLC recall: Improperly Secured Seat Belt Retractor Assemblies (agency record)
- Jan. 5, 2026 Rivian Automotive, LLC recall: Toe Link Joint May Separate (agency record)
- Nov. 25, 2025 Rivian Automotive, LLC recall: Driver Seat Belt Pretensioner Cable May Become Damaged (agency record)
- Sept. 8, 2025 Rivian Automotive, LLC recall: Hands-Free Highway Assist Software May Incorrectly Identify Other Vehicles (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
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.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Rivian R1S 2022-2027
- Rivian R1T 2022-2026
- Rivian R2 2027
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V597000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Rivian Automotive, LLC |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION |
| Report received by NHTSA | Sept. 16, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 98,828 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | FSAM-1866 |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record