2025 Rivian R1S Adaptive Cruise Control Software Recall (25V585)
Rivian Automotive, LLC · 24,214 vehicles · Reported September 8, 2025
Rivian Automotive, LLC is recalling 24,214 2025 Rivian R1S; 2025 Rivian R1T vehicles. 18.30. The Hands-Free Highway Assist (HWA) software may fail to correctly identify a lead vehicle. Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Recall 25V585 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V585000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | FSAM-1744 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | September 8, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Rivian Automotive, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2025 Rivian R1S; 2025 Rivian R1T |
| Units affected | 24,214 |
| Build dates | April 29, 2024 to May 13, 2025 |
| Component | Forward Collision Avoidance > Adaptive Cruise Control > Software |
| Safety risk | Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Over-the-air software update |
What is wrong with the 2025 Rivian R1S in recall 25V585?
18.30.
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles operating a software version prior to 2025.18.30. The Hands-Free Highway Assist (HWA) software may fail to correctly identify a lead vehicle.
Is it safe to drive a 2025 R1S with recall 25V585?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your R1S shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the software, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V585?
Recall 25V585 covers 24,214 vehicles: 2025 Rivian R1S; 2025 Rivian R1T.
NHTSA lists 24,214 vehicles in this campaign, built April 29, 2024 to May 13, 2025. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Rivian | R1S |
| 2025 | Rivian | R1T |
What is the fix for the R1S adaptive cruise control software recall?
Yes. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1744.
When was recall 25V585 announced?
Rivian Automotive, LLC reported recall 25V585 to NHTSA on September 8, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as October 17, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2024 | First affected vehicle built (per Rivian Automotive, LLC's filing). |
| May 13, 2025 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| September 8, 2025 | Rivian Automotive, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V585000. |
| October 17, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 12 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 379 days. If your R1S was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my R1S is part of recall 25V585?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V585 is open on your R1S, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 25V585000 is open on your R1S, it will be listed there, along with Rivian recall number FSAM-1744. 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 R1S owners do about recall 25V585?
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 25V585000 applies to your R1S.
- 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.
- Keep a simple log of any software symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are R1S owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 63 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 9 of them about the driver assistance.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the driver assistance have been filed since recall 25V585 was reported (4) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 63 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 9 of them involve the driver assistance. 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.
- 2025 Rivian R1S: 54 complaints in total, 9 about the driver assistance
- 2025 Rivian R1T: 9 complaints in total, 0 about the driver assistance
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
The contact owns a 2025 Rivian R1S. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse out of a driveway with the brake pedal still engaged, the vehicle lurched forward, crashing into the vehicle that was parked in front of her, with the entire front end of the vehicle.
2025 Rivian R1S owner, CT, NHTSA complaint 11677227, filed July 30, 2025
I own a R1S and the vehicle is less than 900miles old (21st day of ownership). When driving today on the highway at 75miles – the vehicle suddenly decelerated to 51 miles.
2025 Rivian R1S owner, MI, NHTSA complaint 11644682, filed February 24, 2025
I was passing another vehicle on the road when the accelerator pedal got stuck on the all-weather floor mat and made the car virtually uncontrollable. I used the brakes to pull the car off the road and to a complete stop before engaging the parking brake and reaching down to dislodge the pedal.
2025 Rivian R1S owner, NJ, NHTSA complaint 11663279, filed May 27, 2025
Can recall 25V585 make my R1S 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 software recall means their R1S 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)).
Driver assistance systems such as automatic emergency braking, lane keeping and adaptive cruise rely on software and sensors. Phantom braking or a system that shuts off can be dangerous, and these complaints often return after an update.
Because the remedy is an over-the-air update, there may be no repair order unless you take the 2025 Rivian R1S in. If the symptom continues after the update, get it documented at the dealer so it counts.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the R1S went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to 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.
A software update can count as a repair attempt, especially if you complained about the problem or the update keeps being repeated. I've seen dealers do the same software update five or six times with no 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 25V585
Is the 25V585000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed October 17, 2025.
How do I know if my R1S is part of recall 25V585000?
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 25V585000 (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.