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US recalls (2)
Electrical system: propulsion system, critical fasteners
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2027 R2 vehicles. A high voltage battery fastener may have been improperly tightened, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and repair the connection or replace damaged components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 28, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1888. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 28, 2026.
Over-the-air fixBack over prevention: software
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."
Risk and remedy
Risk: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Owner complaints (5)
Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2027 Rivian R2.
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Air bags | 2 | |
| Service brakes | 2 | |
| Electrical system | 1 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2027 Rivian R2 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| R2 Performance AWD (20in AT) Automatic (A1) | 109 | 89 | 99 | $750 |
| R2 Performance AWD (21in) Automatic (A1) | 114 | 96 | 105 | $700 |
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings, US EPA fuel economy and Transport
Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database (contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada).
Recalls updated 2026-10-30.