Rivian R1S, R1T, R2 Recall Over Rearview Camera Obstruction
NHTSA classifies this as an Other Defect recall. This recall addresses a specific defect described in the notice above that does not fall into one of the more common categories, such as brakes, air bags, or the fuel system, that NHTSA also tracks. Other Defect recalls make up 15% of the 644 NHTSA vehicle recalls Areazine has archived (97 of them).
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- September 23, 2026
This recall addresses a specific defect described in the notice above that does not fall into one of the more common categories, such as brakes, air bags, or the fuel system, that NHTSA also tracks.
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What Happened
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."
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers certain 2022-2027 R1S, 2022-2026 R1T, and 2027 R2 vehicles. A total of 1,185,936 units are affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V597000 and Rivian's recall number is FSAM-1866.
What You Should Do
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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 9, 2026.
Why This Matters
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V597000: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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