DecodedCars2022 Rivian R1S
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Drivetrain
- Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 316 mi · 13 h on 240 V
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 13 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 316 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Few owner complaints6 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 101 for similar models.
Watch out for
- 13 recallsMore than similar models (about 4). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 17 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 Rivian R1S is a standard SUV powered by electricity and part-time 4-wheel drive.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 316 miles and takes about 13 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 13 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R1S EV | 162, 162, 163, 163kW AC 3-Phase | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 316 mi · 48.6142 kWh/100mi | – | $1,100 | – |
10/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
10/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $6,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
18.9 MPG2022 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Rivian R1S.
Similar 2022 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Rivian R1S (this car) | 316 mi | Not rated | 13 |
| 2022 Toyota 4Runner | 17 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2022 Chevrolet Suburban | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | 27 MPG | Not rated | 25 |
| 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 23 MPG | Not rated | 24 |
| 2022 GMC Yukon | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
Recalls (13)
Back Over Prevention › Software · Sep 16, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V597000 · 98,828 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners · Jan 15, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V009000 · 869 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Suspension › Critical Fasteners · Jan 5, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V003000 · 19,641 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage · Jun 3, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V370000 · 536 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Equipment › Other › Labels · Jun 20, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V458000 · 666 vehicles
- Problem
- Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S and R1T vehicles. The maximum vehicle capacity weight value on the tire placard label is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Risk
- A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Rivian will mail owners a corrected overlay tire placard label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1491.
Air Bags › Critical Fasteners · Jun 5, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V408000 · 1,723 vehicles
- Problem
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles. The attachment clips on the upper B-pillar and/or C-pillar trim panels may have been damaged during a service procedure.
- Risk
- Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Rivian will replace the pillar trim panels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 1464.
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal · Dec 21, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V883000 · 7,873 vehicles
- Problem
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. The accelerator pedal may not detect when the driver releases the pedal, failing to activate "auto-hold" or "park" as intended.
- Risk
- Failure to activate "auto-hold" or "park" can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Rivian will also replace the accelerator pedals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 1342.
Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Software · Nov 21, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V783000 · 1,463 vehicles
- Problem
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1T and R1S vehicles. A software update may have deactivated the defroster and defogger system controls.
- Risk
- The inability to operate the windshield defrosting and defogging system can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1331.
Exterior Lighting › Back Up Lights · Mar 31, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V233000 · 5,030 vehicles
- Problem
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S vehicles. The reverse light beam may not be visible from certain angles. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Reduced visibility of the reverse lights increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Rivian will repair or replace the reverse lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-855-748-4265. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1216.
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain · Mar 9, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V159000 · 30 vehicles
- Problem
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S vehicles. The fasteners that secure the right and left side curtain air bags may be improperly secured.
- Risk
- Improperly secured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will secure or replace the side curtain air bags as necessary, free of charge. All owners have been notified and all vehicles will be repaired by March 15, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1185.
Air Bags › Frontal · Feb 22, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V109000 · 12,716 vehicles
- Problem
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. A faulty automatic locking retractor (ALR) sensor in the front passenger seat belt system may incorrectly report as ON when it is actually OFF, causing the suppression or improper deployment of the air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- Failure of the air bag to deploy as intended increases the risk of injury to the front passenger during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front passenger seat belt system components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1166.
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Upper Arm · Oct 6, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V744000 · 12,212 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage · Aug 25, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V641000 · 207 vehicles
- Problem
- Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. The front seat belt anchors may have been inadequately attached to the B-pillar.
- Risk
- An improperly secured seat belt anchor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Rivian will inspect the front seat belt assemblies and, as necessary, properly secure the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-924.
Not every 2022 Rivian R1S is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
6Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
2Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
3Injuries reported
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2022 Rivian R1S buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 13 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 3 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Seats — 3 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 316 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Rivian R1S. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
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