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HighNHTSA·25V537000·Announced 2026-09-08

2025 Rivian R1S and R1T Loss of Drive Power Risk

Rivian is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. An improper ground connection in the high voltage battery system may cause sudden loss of drive power, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a risk-of-harm condition (loss of drive power increases crash risk) with no reported injuries or crashes. The safety-critical nature of the defect—affecting electrical and propulsion systems during vehicle operation—elevates this above moderate recalls.

Plain-English summary

Rivian Automotive is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles due to a defect in the High Voltage Distribution Box (HVDB). An improperly grounded connection inside the HVDB may cause a loss of drive power.

When drive power is lost while the vehicle is in operation, this increases the risk of a crash. The defect affects the electrical and propulsion systems of the affected vehicles.

The recall affects an estimated 23 vehicles. Rivian has already mailed owner notification letters as of October 17, 2025. Owners should contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261 to schedule repair. Rivian will inspect and repair the HVDB ground strap joint or replace the high voltage battery pack as necessary, at no cost to owners.

The recalled product

Product
2025 RIVIAN R1S
Brand
RIVIAN
Manufacturer
Rivian Automotive, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Electrical / Propulsion System
Hazard
  • loss-of-drive-power
  • electrical-fault
  • crash-risk
Affected units
23

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • R1S
  • R1T

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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