2027 Rivian R2 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Air Bags (2) · Vehicle Speed Control (1) · Structure:body (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Electrical System:propulsion System:critical Fasteners 2026-09-29 · campaign 26V625000 · 14 vehicles
Defect: 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: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Back Over Prevention:software 2026-09-16 · campaign 26V597000 · 98,828 vehicles
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."
Risk: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (7)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-09-23 · RCA-78-26-007-1 · Service Campaign
rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2027 r2 vehicles that may have been built with a south/rear multifunction module that was incorrectly assembled by the supplier. this condition may result in a reduction of electrical isolation and a corresponding malfunction
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-16 · RCA-64-26-001-1 · Service Campaign
rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2027 r2 vehicles that have underhood hinge closeout panel(s) that may have inadequate adhesion to the a-pillars, causing a perceived quality issue. rivian will replace the adhesive tape on the underhood hinge closeout panels.
Electrical System 2026-09-10 · RCA-34-26-001-1 · Service Campaign
rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2027 r2 vehicles that have a flexible charge port busbar that may not have been seated properly after the vehicle was repaired. this condition could prevent the vehicle from being dc fast charged. rivian will inspect the flexi
Vehicle Speed Control 2026-09-10 · RCA-78-26-005-1 · Service Campaign
rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some model year 2027 r2 vehicles that may have an accelerator pedal that could become loose on its mounts over time, leading to noticeable free play when operating the pedal. pedal functionality is not affected. rivian will replace the accele
Structure:body 2026-08-28 · RSB-52-26-001-1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2027 r2 vehicles with roof glass that does not provide optimal protection from high solar loads on sunny days. upon customer complaint of high interior temperatures from sun exposure through the roof glass, rivian will replace the
Electrical System 2026-08-28 · RCA-78-26-006-1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
rivian is initiating a customer satisfaction campaign for some 2027 r2 vehicles that have wheelwell harnesses that could be prone to stretching and/or chafing over time. this may cause a wheel speed sensor malfunction and/or indicator light to illuminate on the driver display alerting the driver to
Showing the 6 most recent of 7 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-19 · Structure:body“i have a rivian r2 bought recently on oct 11. i noticed a problem that could impact safety while driving. hood reflects the sunlight on to the drivers eyes and make it hard to see infront of the car. i was able to drive with handsfree, but this is a safety risk. please take this request seriously and assess the safety of operating rivian r2 when su…”
2026-10-02 · Vehicle Speed Control“my 2027 rivian r2 experienced uncontrolled acceleration to approximately 95 mph in a 55 mph zone. the incident lasted approximately 50 seconds, with uncontrolled power output despite simultaneous hard braking. i pressed the brake pedal as hard as i could. burning fumes developed while i tried to regain control. we have in-cabin video with audio. i …”
2026-09-28 · Service Brakes“uncontrolled acceleration for approximately 50-seconds. in-cabin video shows the immediate moment of power disengagement after an upward stalk motion occurs (that controls the vehicle's drive modes). rivian's report omitted this, despite being sent the trimmed 1-second clip (should be watched in slow-motion and/or frame-by-frame to view the hud a…”
2026-09-28 · Air Bags“my rivian r2’s passenger airbag sensor does not properly and consistently detect a passenger weighing 102lb. it also has had prior issues with a passenger weighing 120lbs. the sensor only works when the 102lb passenger slams her body weight down on the seat and then immediately buckles in. this puts her safety at risk. rivian has inspected the seat…”
2026-09-21 · Air Bags“i am reporting a suspected passenger occupant classification system (ocs) malfunction in my 2027 rivian r2, delivered september 5, 2026. shortly after delivery, "passenger airbag off" repeatedly remained displayed with my adult passenger sitting upright and centered, with her back against the seatback. she was approximately 125 lb initially and wei…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.