2022 Rivian R1T Upper Arm Recall (22V744)
Rivian Automotive, LLC · 12,212 vehicles · Reported October 6, 2022
Rivian Automotive, LLC is recalling 12,212 2022 Rivian Edv; 2022 Rivian R1S; 2022 Rivian R1T vehicles. The fastener connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have been improperly tightened. A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V744 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V744000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | FSAM 997 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | October 6, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Rivian Automotive, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2022 Rivian Edv; 2022 Rivian R1S; 2022 Rivian R1T |
| Units affected | 12,212 |
| Component | Suspension > Front > Control Arm > Upper Arm |
| Safety risk | A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022 Rivian R1T in recall 22V744?
The fastener connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have been improperly tightened.
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022 R1T, R1S, and EDV vehicles. The fastener connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have been improperly tightened.
Is it safe to drive a 2022 R1T with recall 22V744?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loose steering knuckle fastener could separate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your R1T shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the upper arm, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V744?
Recall 22V744 covers 12,212 vehicles: 2022 Rivian Edv; 2022 Rivian R1S; 2022 Rivian R1T.
NHTSA lists 12,212 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Rivian | Edv |
| 2022 | Rivian | R1S |
| 2022 | Rivian | R1T |
What is the fix for the R1T upper arm recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the steering knuckle fastener, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the steering knuckle fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2022. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 997.
When was recall 22V744 announced?
Rivian Automotive, LLC reported recall 22V744 to NHTSA on October 6, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as November 11, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| October 6, 2022 | Rivian Automotive, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V744000. |
| November 11, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 48 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 22V744?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V744 is open on your R1T, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 22V744000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should R1T owners do about recall 22V744?
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 22V744000 applies to your R1T.
- Call a Rivian dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Write down when symptoms involving the upper arm 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 80 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 21 of them about the suspension, wheels and tires.
Since recall 22V744 was reported on October 6, 2022, owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the suspension, wheels and tires on these vehicles. 2 of them (11%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the suspension, wheels and tires and were received on or after October 6, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related suspension, wheels and tires issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 80 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 21 of them involve the suspension, wheels and tires. 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, 21 about the suspension, wheels and tires
- 2022 Rivian Edv: 7 complaints in total, 0 about the suspension, wheels and tires
- 2022 Rivian R1S: 6 complaints in total, 0 about the suspension, wheels and tires
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
Catastrophic failure of rear upper control arm / suspension resulting in temporary loss of control. Occurred driving straight at 35mph without any prior damage or symptoms.
2022 Rivian R1T owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11663157, filed May 27, 2025
The suspension system has failed three times. The entire system has been replaced by the dealership twice under warranty. The most recent failure has not been addressed, as the dealer is now refusing to make further repairs. The suspension issues significantly affect vehicle handling and steering during normal operation.
2022 Rivian R1T owner, UT, NHTSA complaint 11676429, filed July 26, 2025
I was driving about 35-40mpg when the right rear toe link snapped due to inproper torquing. I believe the bolt had backed out then snapped. When I contacted rivian they initially blamed me for it before even in before inspecting the vehicle. Once they inspected it they stated it would be covered under warranty.
2022 Rivian R1T owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11691374, filed October 4, 2025
Can recall 22V744 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 upper arm 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)).
If a suspension or wheel problem on the 2022 Rivian R1T returns after the recall work, keep the repair orders. Repeat visits for the same defect are what California's lemon law looks at.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2022 Rivian R1T has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
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 22V744
Did the recall 22V744 fix work?
Since recall 22V744 was reported on October 6, 2022, owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the suspension, wheels and tires on these vehicles. 2 of them (11%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed November 11, 2022.
Is the 22V744000 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 22V744000?
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.
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 22V744000 (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.