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2026 Rivian R1S: problems, recalls and fuel economy
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Owners have filed 23 complaints about the 2026 Rivian R1S with NHTSA, and it has 3 recalls. We don't rate it yet: a rating needs sales figures to turn complaints into rates.
Owner complaints
23
filed with NHTSA
Recalls
3
on record
Fuel economy
85 MPGe
best version, EPA combined
What owners complain about most
Engines and fuel economy
| Version | Drive | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Electric, 270 mi range | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 85 MPGe |
| Electric, 329 mi range | 4-Wheel Drive | 85 MPGe |
| Electric, 329 mi range | 4-Wheel Drive | 85 MPGe |
| Electric, 410 mi range | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 84 MPGe |
| Electric, 410 mi range | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 84 MPGe |
| Electric, 330 mi range | 4-Wheel Drive | 82 MPGe |
| Electric, 330 mi range | 4-Wheel Drive | 82 MPGe |
| Electric, 380 mi range | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 80 MPGe |
| Electric, 380 mi range | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 80 MPGe |
| Electric, 258 mi range | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 79 MPGe |
| Electric, 300 mi range | 4-Wheel Drive | 79 MPGe |
| Electric, 300 mi range | 4-Wheel Drive | 79 MPGe |
Recalls
Back Over Prevention › SoftwareSep 16, 2026 · campaign 26V597000
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."
Exterior Lighting › Turn SignalAug 5, 2026 · campaign 26V508000
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."
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › RetractorJan 15, 2026 · campaign 26V009000
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.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Other years of the Rivian R1S
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2027 | Not rated yet |
| 2026 | Not rated yet |
| 2025 | Not rated yet |
| 2024 | Not rated yet |
| 2023 | Not rated yet |
| 2022 | Not rated yet |
Questions people ask
What problems does the 2026 Rivian R1S have?
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA: driver-assist & stability (7), body, glass & interior (7), brakes (2). We don't rate it yet, so this count isn't a reliability score: popular cars get more complaints.
How many recalls does the 2026 Rivian R1S have?
3 recalls on record with NHTSA.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Rivian R1S get?
Up to 85 MPGe combined (EPA), depending on the engine.