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Rivian R1T, R1S, EDV Loose Steering Fastener
high How serious is it? About this label
A separated steering knuckle fastener can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V744000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Oct 6, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Rivian Automotive, LLC |
| Part affected | Suspension:front:control Arm:upper ARM |
| Vehicles covered | 3 model/year combinations, model years 2022 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
The fastener that connects the front upper control arm to the steering knuckle may not have been tightened properly when the vehicle was built. If this fastener is loose, the connection between the control arm and the steering knuckle could come apart while the vehicle is being driven.
What you should do
2. Contact a Rivian dealer for a free inspection and tightening of the fastener if needed; call Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261.
3. The repair is free of charge.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 22V744000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (3)
Who to contact
Rivian — official Rivian recall lookup
Customer service: 1-888-748-4261
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Official notice
- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM
- Summary
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T, R1S, and EDV vehicles. The fastener connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have been improperly tightened.
- Safety risk
- A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the steering knuckle fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 997.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.