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The 2024 Rivian R1S is associated with 16 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 6 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.

The most frequently reported component area is AIR BAGS,SEATS, accounting for 1 reports (6% of total complaints). EPA records certify all-electric efficiency of 63 to 82 MPGe with an estimated driving range of 255–400 miles across 24 certified vehicle configurations. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.

Official Federal Record Profile
  • • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 16 consumer reports filed
  • • Safety Recall Campaigns: 6 official campaigns
  • • Primary Defect Domain: AIR BAGS,SEATS (1 / 6%)
  • • Field Incident Signals: 5 crash / 0 fire / 1 injury reports
  • • NCAP Crash Safety: Not rated by NHTSA
  • • EPA Certified Range: 63 MPGe across 24 powertrain trims
Directly compiled from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA NCAP, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.

What is the fuel economy and range of the 2024 Rivian R1S?

Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant

Variant Engine Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Est. Annual Fuel Cost
R1S Dual Max (21in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 89 MPGe 76 MPGe 82 MPGe 400 mi $900 / yr
R1S Performance Dual Max (21in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 89 MPGe 76 MPGe 82 MPGe 400 mi $900 / yr
R1S Dual Large (21in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 82 MPGe 74 MPGe 78 MPGe 352 mi $950 / yr
R1S Performance Dual Large (21in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 82 MPGe 74 MPGe 78 MPGe 352 mi $950 / yr
R1S Dual Max (22in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 84 MPGe 72 MPGe 78 MPGe 380 mi $950 / yr
R1S Performance Dual Max (22in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 84 MPGe 72 MPGe 78 MPGe 380 mi $950 / yr
R1S Dual Standard Plus (21in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 80 MPGe 74 MPGe 77 MPGe 315 mi $1,000 / yr
R1S Performance Dual Standard Plus (21in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 80 MPGe 74 MPGe 77 MPGe 315 mi $1,000 / yr
R1S Dual Large (22in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 80 MPGe 71 MPGe 75 MPGe 341 mi $1,000 / yr
R1S Performance Dual Large (22in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 80 MPGe 71 MPGe 75 MPGe 341 mi $1,000 / yr
R1S Dual Standard (21in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 78 MPGe 71 MPGe 75 MPGe 270 mi $1,000 / yr
R1S All-Terrain Dual Max (20in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 78 MPGe 67 MPGe 73 MPGe 355 mi $1,050 / yr
R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Max (20in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 78 MPGe 67 MPGe 73 MPGe 355 mi $1,050 / yr
R1S Dual Standard Plus (22in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 76 MPGe 68 MPGe 72 MPGe 300 mi $1,050 / yr
R1S Performance Dual Standard (22in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 76 MPGe 68 MPGe 72 MPGe 300 mi $1,050 / yr
R1S Quad Large (21in) 100% Electric Electric Motor All-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 75 MPGe 66 MPGe 71 MPGe 321 mi $1,050 / yr
R1S Dual Standard (22in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 74 MPGe 66 MPGe 70 MPGe 255 mi $1,100 / yr
R1S All-Terrain Dual Large (20in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 72 MPGe 64 MPGe 68 MPGe 307 mi $1,100 / yr
R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Large (20in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 72 MPGe 64 MPGe 68 MPGe 307 mi $1,100 / yr
R1S Quad Large (22in) 100% Electric Electric Motor All-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 73 MPGe 63 MPGe 68 MPGe 303 mi $1,100 / yr
R1S All-Terrain Dual Standard Plus (20in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 68 MPGe 62 MPGe 65 MPGe 277 mi $1,150 / yr
R1S AT Performance Dual Standard Plus (20in) 100% Electric Electric Motor Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 68 MPGe 62 MPGe 65 MPGe 277 mi $1,150 / yr
R1S Quad Large (20in) 100% Electric Electric Motor All-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 69 MPGe 60 MPGe 64 MPGe 289 mi $1,200 / yr
R1S All-Terrain Quad Large (20 inch) 100% Electric Electric Motor All-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 65 MPGe 60 MPGe 63 MPGe 274 mi $1,200 / yr
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2024 Rivian R1S provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 400 miles on a single battery charge.

What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2024 Rivian R1S?

Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant Overall Rating Frontal Crash Side Crash Rollover Rating Rollover Risk
SUV AWD 12.7%
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Standard in official NHTSA records for tested 2024 Rivian R1S models.
View complete 2024 Rivian R1S crash test & safety breakdown →

What defect complaints are reported for the 2024 Rivian R1S?

Summary of 16 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Total Complaints
16
Crash Reports
5
Fire Reports
0
Complaints w/ Injury
1
Total Injuries
1

Top Reported Problem Categories

Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA

AIR BAGS,SEATS 1 complaint
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 1 complaint (1 crash)
Electrical System 1 complaint
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER 1 complaint
Forward Collision Avoidance 1 complaint (1 crash)

Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.

View all 2024 Rivian R1S problems & component breakdown (16 categories) →

Are there open safety recalls on the 2024 Rivian R1S?

Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA

NHTSA Campaign #26V009000 Active Recall
Affected Component: SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Defect Summary: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and 2022-2026 R1S vehicles. The bolts that secure the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies may be improperly tightened.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Rivian will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1795.
NHTSA Campaign #26V003000 Active Recall
Affected Component: SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Defect Summary: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had service performed. The toe link may have been reassembled incorrectly during service procedures performed before March 10, 2025.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Rivian will replace the rear toe link bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1794. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 24, 2026.
NHTSA Campaign #25V370000 Active Recall
Affected Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

Defect Summary: Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and R1S vehicles. The D-ring bolts for one or both front seat belt anchorage assemblies may not have been properly installed.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Rivian will inspect and properly secure the seat belt anchorage assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1681.
View all 2024 Rivian R1S recalls & campaign history (6 campaigns) →
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Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2024 Rivian R1S

Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2024 Rivian R1S

How many safety recalls does the 2024 Rivian R1S have?

The 2024 Rivian R1S is associated with 6 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.

View all 6 recall campaigns & remedy details →
Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

What are the most common problems reported for the 2024 Rivian R1S?

NHTSA records list 16 consumer defect complaints for the 2024 Rivian R1S. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is AIR BAGS,SEATS, appearing in 1 filings (6% of submissions).

Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.

Explore full 2024 Rivian R1S defect complaint breakdown →
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Is there an official NHTSA crash safety rating for the 2024 Rivian R1S?

An official NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test rating is not available for the 2024 Rivian R1S in AutoUtility's current federal dataset.

NHTSA publishes crash safety evaluations for a selected sample of passenger vehicles each model year. Consult NHTSA.gov for active safety equipment records and vehicle safety bulletins.

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Source: NHTSA NCAP Registry

What is the electric driving range of the 2024 Rivian R1S?

The all-electric 2024 Rivian R1S is EPA-certified for an estimated driving range of 255 to 400 miles per full charge across certified configurations.

Official EPA combined efficiency ratings reach up to 82 MPGe based on standardized dynamometer laboratory testing.

View EPA range, MPGe and energy cost metrics →
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov Certified Database
Official US Government Data Provenance

The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:

  • NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
  • NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
  • U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.