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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 25V816📅 Nov 26, 2025

2022–2025 Rivian EDV recall: seat belt

⚠️ What's wrong

Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 EDV vehicles. The driver's seat belt pretensioner cable may become damaged.

💥 The risk

A damaged seat belt pretensioner cable may not restrain the occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

🔧 The fix

Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update. In addition Rivian will inspect and replace the driver's seat belt pretensioner assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1770.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
25V816000
Manufacturer recall #
FSAM-1770
Manufacturer
Rivian Automotive, LLC
Vehicles affected
34,824
Component
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Owner phone
1-888-748-4261
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 16, 2026
Recall started by
ODI

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 25V816 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 25V816?

2022–2025 Rivian EDV. 34,824 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Rivian dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-888-748-4261.