2025 Rivian R1T
Electric Pickup truck
The 2025 Rivian R1T is sold in the U.S. as a electric pickup truck with 22 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the R1T Dual Max (22in), is EPA-rated at 420 miles with 87 MPGe combined efficiency. NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for this model year, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of F. Owners have filed 10 complaints, most often about suspension.
Specs & fuel economy (EPA)
| Configuration | Powertrain | Drive | Engine / motor | City | Hwy | Comb | Range | kWh/100mi | Charge (240V) | Annual fuel* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R1T Dual Max (22in) | Electric | Part-time 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 93 | 80 | 87 MPGe | 420 mi | 38.8 | 15 h | $850 |
| R1T Performance Dual Max (22in) | Electric | Part-time 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 93 | 80 | 87 MPGe | 420 mi | 38.8 | 15 h | $850 |
| R1T Dual Large (22in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 94 | 77 | 85 MPGe | 329 mi | 39.5 | 12 h | $900 |
| R1T Dual Standard (22in) | Electric | Part-time 4WD | 208 and 208 kW ACPM | 92 | 77 | 85 MPGe | 270 mi | 39.9 | 9.5 h | $900 |
| R1T Performance Dual Large (22in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 94 | 77 | 85 MPGe | 329 mi | 39.5 | 12 h | $900 |
| R1T Dual Large Plus (22in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 89 | 75 | 82 MPGe | 330 mi | 40.9 | 12 h | $900 |
| R1T Performance Dual Large Plus (22in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 89 | 75 | 82 MPGe | 330 mi | 40.9 | 12 h | $900 |
| R1T Dual Max (20in) | Electric | Part-time 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 86 | 74 | 80 MPGe | 380 mi | 42.0 | 15 h | $950 |
| R1T Performance Dual Max (20in) | Electric | Part-time 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 86 | 74 | 80 MPGe | 380 mi | 42.0 | 15 h | $950 |
| R1T Dual Large (20in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 85 | 72 | 79 MPGe | 300 mi | 42.9 | 12 h | $950 |
| R1T Dual Standard (20in) | Electric | Part-time 4WD | 208 and 208 kW ACPM | 85 | 72 | 79 MPGe | 258 mi | 42.9 | 9.5 h | $950 |
| R1T Performance Dual Large (20in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 85 | 72 | 79 MPGe | 300 mi | 42.9 | 12 h | $950 |
| R1T All-Terrain Dual Max (20in) | Electric | Part-time 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 82 | 73 | 78 MPGe | 370 mi | 43.2 | 15 h | $950 |
| R1T All-Terrain Performance Dual Max (20in) | Electric | Part-time 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 82 | 73 | 78 MPGe | 370 mi | 43.2 | 15 h | $950 |
| R1T Dual Large Plus (20in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 85 | 72 | 78 MPGe | 317 mi | 43.1 | 12 h | $950 |
| R1T Performance Dual Large Plus (20in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 85 | 72 | 78 MPGe | 317 mi | 43.1 | 12 h | $950 |
| R1T All-Terrain Dual Large (20in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 82 | 70 | 76 MPGe | 289 mi | 44.4 | 12 h | $1,000 |
| R1T All-Terrain Performance Dual Large (20in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 82 | 70 | 76 MPGe | 289 mi | 44.4 | 12 h | $1,000 |
| R1T Tri Max (22in) | Electric | 4WD | 201, 201 and 233 kW ACPM | 81 | 70 | 76 MPGe | 371 mi | 44.6 | 15 h | $1,000 |
| R1T All-Terrain Dual Large Plus (20in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 76 | 67 | 72 MPGe | 292 mi | 46.9 | 12 h | $1,050 |
| R1T All-Terrain Performance Dual Large Plus (20in) | Electric | 4WD | 264 and 264 kW ACPM | 76 | 67 | 72 MPGe | 292 mi | 46.9 | 12 h | $1,050 |
| R1T All-Terrain Tri Max (20in) | Electric | 4WD | 201, 201 and 233 kW ACPM | 72 | 63 | 68 MPGe | 329 mi | 49.8 | 15 h | $1,100 |
*EPA estimate at 15,000 miles/year and EPA reference fuel/electricity prices. Source: fueleconomy.gov vehicle records.
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Recalls (9)
Exterior Lighting
highProblem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025-2026 R1S and R1T vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 29, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1833. This is an expansion of Recall 25V387. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 31, 2026.
Seat Belts
highProblem: 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.
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: 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.
Suspension
highProblem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had service performed. The toe link may have been reassembled incorrectly during service procedures performed before March 10, 2025.
Risk: The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Rivian will replace the rear toe link bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1794. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 24, 2026.
Forward Collision Avoidance
minorProblem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles operating a software version prior to 2025.18.30. The Hands-Free Highway Assist (HWA) software may fail to correctly identify a lead vehicle.
Risk: Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1744.
Electrical System
highProblem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. An improperly grounded connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Box (HVDB) may cause a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Rivian will inspect and repair the HVDB ground strap joint or replace the high voltage battery pack as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1723.
Exterior Lighting
highProblem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Turn signals that do not function properly, failing to indicate the driver's intention to change direction, increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners will receive a second notice once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1693.
Seat Belts
highProblem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and R1S vehicles. The D-ring bolts for one or both front seat belt anchorage assemblies may not have been properly installed.
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Rivian will inspect and properly secure the seat belt anchorage assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1681.
Exterior Lighting
highProblem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. The headlight low beams may fail to illuminate when starting the vehicle in cold weather. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Headlight failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Rivian will replace the headlight control modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1612.
Electrical System
minorProblem: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1T and R1S vehicles. Software version 2024.39.30 may prevent certain exterior lights from turning on when the Car Costume feature is activated.
Risk: Deactivated exterior lighting reduces the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1552.
NHTSA investigations
Suspension:Rear — Rear Toe Link May Separate (open)
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received two Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) reporting left rear toe link separation in certain Model Year (MY) 2023-2024 Rivian R1S vehicles. Both VOQs report component separation while driving, causing the vehicles to swerve across multiple lanes of traffic. One incident resulted in a collision with an adjacent vehicle and roadside barrier. In both separations, the bolt that maintains the integrity of the toe link fractured. Evidence collected from the complaint vehicles included repair histories, onboard video, imagery of the damaged components, and a police accident report. The two vehicles with reported separation have different vehicl
Opened May 26, 2026 · action PE26004
Owner complaints
10 complaints filed
0 involved a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injuries, 0 deaths reported by owners.
Filed by year — 2025: 4 · 2026: 6
Most-cited components
- Suspension — 3
- Steering — 2
- Electrical System — 2
- Power Train — 2
- Unknown Or Other — 2
Complaint counts are raw owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects, and scale with how many were sold. Use them to spot patterns, not to rank.
Crash ratings
NHTSA has not published 5-Star crash ratings for this model year.
Other R1T model years
2027 R1T
0 recalls · 0 complaints
A2026 R1T
1 recalls · 3 complaints
F2024 R1T
6 recalls · 9 complaints
F2023 R1T
7 recalls · 38 complaints
F2022 R1T
11 recalls · 65 complaints
Sources & method
Safety Signal starts every model-year at 100 and subtracts points per open NHTSA recall campaign by severity: critical 15 (fire risk, park-outside or do-not-drive advisories), high 8 (brakes, steering, airbags, loss of drive power, structure, battery), moderate 6, minor 3 (software, labels, lighting fixed by an update). Floor 35. A ≥ 90, B ≥ 80, C ≥ 70, D ≥ 60, otherwise F. Complaint counts and NHTSA crash ratings are shown separately and are not blended into the grade.
EPA figures come from fueleconomy.gov vehicle records (ids 48422, 48427, 48756, 48424, 48759, 48420, 48425, 48421, 48426, 48755, 48423, 48758). Recalls, complaints, investigations and crash ratings come from NHTSA's public flat files, refreshed weekly.