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NHTSA Recall 24V408000: Critical fasteners (air bags) and curtain (air bags)

Rivian Automotive, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,723 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Rivian R1S.

1,723
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2024
owners notified (July 16)
NHTSA campaign24V408000
Manufacturer campaignFSAM-1464
ComponentsAIR BAGS › CRITICAL FASTENERS; AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN
Report receivedJune 5, 2024
Owner notificationJuly 16, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 24V408000

Make and modelModel years
Rivian R1S2022, 2023, 2024
Rivian R1T2022, 2023, 2024

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.