Rivian Recalls Over 17,000 R1S and R1T Vehicles Due to Headlight Defect
Rivian Announces Recall of 17,260 R1S and R1T Models Over Headlight Issue
Rivian Recalls Over 17,000 R1S and R1T Vehicles Due to Headlight Defect
Rivian recalls 17,260 R1S and R1T vehicles in the U.S. due to a headlight malfunction that may affect visibility in cold weather. Learn about affected models, repair process, and contact details.
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American electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian has announced a recall of more than 17,000 vehicles in the United States due to a headlight system defect. The issue affects 2025 R1S and R1T models produced between April 29, 2024, and February 3, 2025. The malfunction occurs in cold weather conditions, where the low-beam headlights may fail to turn on when starting the vehicle, significantly reducing visibility and increasing the risk of accidents.
The defect is linked to improperly configured components supplied by one of Rivian’s partners. Although no accidents or injuries related to the issue have been reported so far, the company has responded promptly by recalling 17,260 vehicles for free replacement of the headlight control modules.
Owners of affected vehicles are encouraged to contact Rivian’s support service at 1-855-748-4265 or schedule a service appointment at the nearest Rivian service center. The replacement process takes less than an hour, minimizing inconvenience for customers.
To prevent similar issues in the future, Rivian plans to strengthen quality control at all stages of production and work more closely with suppliers to ensure that all components meet established standards. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of reliability in the electric vehicle industry, where safety concerns play a critical role.
Source: reencarreports.com
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Rivian Announces Recall of 17,260 R1S and R1T Models Over Headlight Issue
Rivian recalls 17,260 R1S and R1T vehicles in the U.S. due to a headlight malfunction that may affect visibility in cold weather. Learn about affected models, repair process, and contact details.
American electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian has announced a recall of more than 17,000 vehicles in the United States due to a headlight system defect. The issue affects 2025 R1S and R1T models produced between April 29, 2024, and February 3, 2025. The malfunction occurs in cold weather conditions, where the low-beam headlights may fail to turn on when starting the vehicle, significantly reducing visibility and increasing the risk of accidents.
The defect is linked to improperly configured components supplied by one of Rivian’s partners. Although no accidents or injuries related to the issue have been reported so far, the company has responded promptly by recalling 17,260 vehicles for free replacement of the headlight control modules.
Owners of affected vehicles are encouraged to contact Rivian’s support service at 1-855-748-4265 or schedule a service appointment at the nearest Rivian service center. The replacement process takes less than an hour, minimizing inconvenience for customers.
To prevent similar issues in the future, Rivian plans to strengthen quality control at all stages of production and work more closely with suppliers to ensure that all components meet established standards. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of reliability in the electric vehicle industry, where safety concerns play a critical role.
