Last updated: 2026-10-10
Rivian R1T Reliability by Year
Used Rivian R1t buyers get a good-rated electric truck, but 2023 owners report airbag and electrical trouble. Here is what to check first.
Rivian R1T Reliability Overview
Reliability is good, though below average among trucks on the site. The 2024 model year is the pick, with the fewest owner complaints per vehicle sold. The 2023 year drew the most complaints, mostly a passenger airbag that switches itself off for lighter adults. Electrical faults, including sudden warnings and loss of power, are the other area to check before buying.
Current generation: 2nd gen (2024–2023).
Best & Worst Rivian R1T Years
Best Rivian R1T Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreThe 2024 year drew 7 owner complaints, against 35 for 2023, and the airbag problem that leads 2023 does not show up among its top complaints. It has also been on the road longer than 2025, so its record is more settled. Its 6 recalls are the fewest of the three years.
Rivian R1T Years to Avoid
No Rivian R1T years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 65 and 67 across 3 scored model years.
Rivian R1T Reliability Score Trend
Rivian R1T reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 66/100.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 65/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 67/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 65/100 | Good |
Year-by-Year Reliability
2025 Rivian R1T
8 recalls · 8 complaints
Weakest of the three scored R1t years, with steering pull complaints and two more recalls than 2024.
2024 Rivian R1T
6 recalls · 7 complaints
The best of the three scored years, with fewer complaints than 2023 or 2025, though six recalls still need confirming as completed.
2023 Rivian R1T
7 recalls · 35 complaints
Middle of the three scored years, with the passenger airbag shutting off for lighter adults as the leading complaint and seven federal recalls on file.
Found Your Rivian R1T? Check Its History
Steering (2) problems come up most in Rivian R1T owner complaints, and 21 recalls cover the years we track. A VIN check shows whether the car you found had its recall work done, plus accident and title history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
Rivian R1T Repair Costs
Reliability Rating
3/5
Rivian R1T Years to Avoid
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best year for the Rivian R1t?
- The 2024 model year is the best pick. It has the lowest complaint rate per vehicle sold, and it has been on the road long enough for problems to show up. The 2025 year looks fine so far, but it has had less time to collect complaints.
- Is the Rivian R1t reliable?
- Reliability is good, but it ranks below average compared with other trucks on the site. Every tracked year holds a good standing. The weak spots are electrical faults and power loss, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the effort.
- What are the most common Rivian R1t problems?
- Air bag complaints lead, followed by electrical system and power train complaints. The airbag report is a passenger airbag that turns itself off with an adult in the seat. Electrical owners describe sudden warnings and the truck slowing on its own at highway speed.
- Does the Rivian R1t have drivetrain problems?
- Owners filed a small number of power train complaints. Some found front half shafts coming loose, including a front CV axle bolt almost backed out. Others report the truck dropping into limited performance mode or losing regenerative braking at highway speed without warning.
- How many recalls does the Rivian R1t have?
- Federal recall records show 7 recalls for the 2023 model year, 6 for 2024, and 8 for 2025. Check any specific truck's VIN with the manufacturer to confirm that every recall repair has been done before you buy.
How we score the Rivian R1T
Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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