2022 Rivian R1T Seat Belt Anchor Recall (22V641)
Rivian Automotive, LLC · 207 vehicles · Reported August 25, 2022
Rivian Automotive, LLC is recalling 207 2022 Rivian R1S; 2022 Rivian R1T vehicles. The front seat belt anchors may have been inadequately attached to the B-pillar. An improperly secured seat belt anchor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V641 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V641000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | FSAM-924 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | August 25, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Rivian Automotive, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2022 Rivian R1S; 2022 Rivian R1T |
| Units affected | 207 |
| Component | Seat Belts > Front > Anchorage |
| Safety risk | An improperly secured seat belt anchor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022 Rivian R1T in recall 22V641?
The front seat belt anchors may have been inadequately attached to the B-pillar.
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.
Is it safe to drive a 2022 R1T with recall 22V641?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An improperly secured seat belt anchor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An improperly secured seat belt anchor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the anchorage.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V641?
Recall 22V641 covers 207 vehicles: 2022 Rivian R1S; 2022 Rivian R1T.
NHTSA lists 207 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Rivian | R1S |
| 2022 | Rivian | R1T |
What is the fix for the R1T seat belt anchor recall?
Yes. Rivian will inspect the front seat belt assemblies and, as necessary, properly secure the bolts, free of charge.
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.
When was recall 22V641 announced?
Rivian Automotive, LLC reported recall 22V641 to NHTSA on August 25, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| August 25, 2022 | Rivian Automotive, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V641000. |
This recall was filed 49 months ago. If your R1T was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my R1T is part of recall 22V641?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V641 is open on your R1T, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 22V641000 is open on your R1T, it will be listed there, along with Rivian recall number FSAM-924. You can also ask any Rivian dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should R1T owners do about recall 22V641?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V641000 applies to your R1T.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Rivian dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the anchorage happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are R1T owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 73 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 4 of them about the seat belts.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the seat belts have been filed since recall 22V641 was reported (4) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 73 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 4 of them involve the seat belts. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Rivian R1T: 67 complaints in total, 4 about the seat belts
- 2022 Rivian R1S: 6 complaints in total, 0 about the seat belts
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The seat belt came completely dislodged from the seat base as my passenger was getting into the car and fastening their seat belt…
2022 Rivian R1T owner, MI, NHTSA complaint 11761200, filed September 1, 2026
We purchased our Rivian two weeks ago today from a private seller, and Rivian will not transfer ownership of the truck to us despite multiple calls, emails, and online chats. This is a safety, security, and privacy issue.
2022 Rivian R1T owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11526327, filed June 10, 2023
Rear center seatbelt not bolted down at manufacture. Vehicle was brought in to a Rivian service center, for an NVH complaint coming from the rear seats. It was discovered that the rear seat belt was not secured properly to the vehicle frame.
2022 Rivian R1T owner, WA, NHTSA complaint 11612709, filed September 5, 2024
Can recall 22V641 make my R1T a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this anchorage recall means their R1T qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
A seat belt that does not latch or retract correctly on the 2022 Rivian R1T affects safety directly, and a failed recall repair is a repair attempt under California law.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V641
Is the 22V641000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my R1T is part of recall 22V641000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V641000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Rivian. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.