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2024 Rivian R1T: What to check before buying

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about this car. The 7 checks below target those problems, in the order you would do them at the car.

Rivian R1T2024
Owner complaints
7
Recalls
6
Crashes reported
0
Reliability
Good
67/100 on Auto Reliability Index

Run the VIN before you go

A history report shows accidents, title brands, odometer readings, and open recalls for this 2024 Rivian R1T. Ask the seller for the VIN; it is also on the dash at the base of the windshield.

Your inspection sheet

Tick items off on your phone at the car, or print it. Ticks stay on this device.

These checks are specific to this model year. For tires, body panels, fluids, and the other basics every used car needs, use the general inspection guide.

Reported on other R1T years with the same design

These years share the 2024's design and most of its parts, so their problems are the ones to look for on this car too.

2023 R1T

35 owner complaints
  • Airbags 14
  • Electrical 4
  • Transmission 3

Worth adding to your 2024 checks

  • Seat your lightest regular passenger up front, have them shift position while driving, and watch the Passenger Airbag Off light.
  • Have a shop check both front half shafts and CV axle bolts for looseness or signs of repeat repairs.
  • Check the headliner, sun visor hinges, overhead console, and carpet for water stains or dampness.
Open the 2023 checklist

Which R1T is it?

EPA figures for each version of the 2024 Rivian R1T. Use them to confirm you are looking at the version that was advertised, and as a yardstick on the test drive.

VersionDriveEPA rating
ElectricAWD, 4WD328–410 mi range
  • With a full charge, the range estimate on the dash should land near the EPA figure of 328–410 miles. A much lower number on a mild day can mean a worn battery; ask for a battery health report.

Check the odometer against these mileages

Owners report these failures starting around the mileages below. A car inside one of these ranges deserves a closer look at that part, or records showing it was already fixed.

  • Power loss and brake issues

    1,000–2,000 miles

0 mi25k50k

Where the 2024 fits in the R1T's history

Redesigns and mid-cycle updates change what can go wrong.

The 2024 is the third model year of the R1T's first generation (2022–2024).

Recalls to confirm (6)

Recall repairs are free at any Rivian dealer, but the seller may never have had them done. Check each campaign number against the VIN.

  1. 26V009000Seat beltsJan 2026

    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.

  2. 26V003000SuspensionJan 2026

    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.

  3. 25V370000Seat beltsJun 2025

    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.

  4. 24V408000AirbagsJun 2024

    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.

  5. 24V367000Exterior lightsMay 2024

    Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2023-2024 EDV, R1S, and R1T vehicles. The headlights may be improperly aimed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment.".

    Risk: Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Rivian will inspect and adjust the headlight alignment as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1445.

  6. 24V319000EquipmentMay 2024

    Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2024 R1T and R1S vehicles. The dashboard air bag warning label may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.".

    Risk: Without the dashboard label, operators may be unaware of the increased risks that an air bag poses to an infant or child in the front seat, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.

    Fix: Rivian mailed owners the warning label information, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1429.

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