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Rivian R1S and R1T Can Lose Drive Power
high How serious is it? About this label
Losing drive power while driving increases the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V537000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Aug 21, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Rivian Automotive, LLC |
| Part affected | Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery |
| Vehicles covered | 2 model/year combinations, model years 2025 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
In some Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles, a connection inside the high-voltage distribution box was not grounded correctly. This wiring problem can cause the vehicle to lose drive power while you are driving.
What you should do
2. Contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261 to schedule the repair.
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 25V537000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (2)
Who to contact
Rivian — official Rivian recall lookup
Customer service: 1-888-748-4261
The bigger picture
- Rivian Electrical Recalls Involve Drive Power, Highway Assist, and Lights · all 4 Rivian recalls in this area
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- Sep 8, 2025Rivian R1S, R1T Highway Assist May Miss Vehicleshigh
- Jun 11, 2025Rivian R1S, R1T front turn signals may not workmedium
Official notice
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Summary
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. An improperly grounded connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Box (HVDB) may cause a loss of drive power.
- Safety risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Rivian will inspect and repair the HVDB ground strap joint or replace the high voltage battery pack as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1723.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.