2027 Rivian R2 recall: Improperly Tightened High Voltage Fastener May Cause a Loss of Drive Power
Report received by NHTSA: Sept. 29, 2026.
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- What's recalled
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2027 R2 vehicles. A high voltage battery fastener may have been improperly tightened, causing a loss of drive power.
- The risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Who's affected
14 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 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
24 earlier NHTSA recalls by Rivian Automotive, LLC since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Sept. 16, 2026 2022-2027 Rivian R1S, 2022-2026 Rivian R1T, 2027 Rivian R2 recall: Obstructed Rearview Camera Image/FMVSS 111
- 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)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Rivian will inspect and repair the connection or replace damaged components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 28, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1888. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 28, 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 R2 2027
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V625000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Rivian Automotive, LLC |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received by NHTSA | Sept. 29, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 14 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | FSAM-1888 |
| “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