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WarningCampaign #26V009000Airbags / Restraints

Rivian Recalls Multiple Models: SEAT BELTS

Vehicle Identity

Vehicle
2024 Rivian R1t
Component
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Deployed vehicle airbag at the steering wheel — representative photo for NHTSA airbag/restraint recall
A deployed airbag and steering wheel inside a vehicle (representative file photo of the affected component). Specific vehicle: see recall details below. Photo: Shixart1985 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0).

Affected Vehicles

  • 2024 Rivian R1t
  • 2024 Rivian R1s

Recall 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.

Consequence

An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

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.

411 Press Analysis

Rivian Automotive, LLC is recalling certain 2024 Rivian R1t vehicles due to an issue with seat belts:critical fasteners. The recall was reported to NHTSA on January 15, 2026. An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. Rivian will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2026. Affected owners can verify their vehicle status at NHTSA.gov/recalls.

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