Rivian recalls 2022–2027 R1S, 2022–2026 R1T and 2027 R2 vehicles because a notification can block the rearview camera
A notification can cover the rearview camera image when the vehicle is in reverse, which can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle and raise the risk of a crash.
What to do
Rivian has released a free over-the-air software update to fix this. Owners can call Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261 and mention recall number FSAM-1866.
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Recall details
- Product
- Rivian R2, R1t, R1s 2022–2027
- Company
- Rivian Automotive, LLC
- Hazard
- An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Units
- 98,828 vehicles
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 16, 2026
- Identifiers
- NHTSA campaign number: 26V597000
- Manufacturer campaign number: FSAM-1866
- Model years: 2022–2027
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from NHTSA.
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- 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."
- Consequence
- An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action
- 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. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1866. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 9, 2026.
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