Rivian R1S & R1T Recall 26V003 (FSAM-1794): Rear Toe Link Bolt Replacement After Prior Service
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Rivian has filed a voluntary safety recall affecting certain 2022–2025 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles—but the key detail is this: the recall population is largely defined by prior service history, not simply build date.
If your R1S or R1T had a repair that required separating and reassembling a rear suspension toe link joint, Rivian says a pre–March 10, 2025 service procedure could result in a joint not reassembled to design intent, which may later experience unintended forces.
Below is a clear breakdown of what’s happening, which vehicles are potentially involved, why it matters, and what to do next.
Quick facts: recall number, affected vehicles, and scale
NHTSA Recall No.: 26V003
Rivian Recall No.: FSAM-1794
Potentially involved vehicles (total): 19,641
Estimated percentage with defect: 1%
Models listed:
2022–2025 Rivian R1S: 7,031
2022–2025 Rivian R1T: 12,610
Important nuance: Rivian says the recall population was determined using service records, and similar vehicles not included either didn’t have this toe-link service or received it after the updated procedure was implemented.
What is the defect?
Rivian’s report states that toe link joints reassembled during service using a procedure before March 10, 2025 may result in a joint that is not reassembled to design intent.
In plain English: if the rear toe link joint was taken apart and put back together during a prior repair (under an older method), the joint may not be “locked in” exactly as intended.
Why it matters: the safety risk
Rivian warns that, in certain cases, normal vehicle motion over time may eventually cause toe link joint separation. If separation happens while driving, it increases the risk of a crash without prior warning.
Rivian also notes that, as of the filing date, it is aware of one single vehicle crash with alleged minor injuries related to the issue.
Which repairs could put you in the recall group?
This recall is centered on service that required separation and reassembly of a rear suspension toe link joint, performed during the suspect period:
Suspect service window: April 1, 2022 → March 10, 2025
Rivian says March 10, 2025 is when it began using an updated service procedure.
So if you had rear suspension work done (especially anything involving toe alignment components/toe links) during that window, you’ll want to check your VIN as soon as VIN search is live (details below).
What part is involved?
The report lists an involved component described as a bolt, with part number SC00002057-A.
EV Outdoors Note: Rivian’s fix here is less about an exotic redesign and more about ensuring the fastener is installed correctly using the updated procedure.
What is Rivian’s remedy?
Rivian’s remedy is to replace any potentially affected rear toe link bolts using its updated service procedure.
The report also explicitly states:
Remedy type: Replace
The “remedy component” is effectively the bolt installed using the updated procedure.
Rivian’s general recall guidance indicates customers can check recalls by VIN through Rivian’s recall page.
Timeline: when you can check your VIN and when notices go out
Rivian’s schedule in the filing states:
Owner notifications mailed on or before: February 24, 2026
•VIN searchable date: February 24, 2026
•That means Feb 24, 2026 is the key date for owners to start verifying status via VIN lookup.
What you should do now (practical checklist)
Don’t assume you’re affected just because you own a 2022–2025 R1S/R1T. This recall is tied to specific prior service events captured in service records.
On/after Feb 24, 2026, run a VIN check:
•Rivian recall search (VIN/model-year lookup)
•NHTSA recall lookup tool (VIN-based).
If your VIN is included, schedule Rivian service to get the rear toe link bolts replaced per the updated procedure.
If you recently had rear suspension work (especially pre–March 10, 2025), pull your service invoices so you know exactly what was touched.
What Rivian says happened (chronology)
Rivian’s timeline in the report is worth noting:
March 2025: Rivian concluded an investigation, revised service procedures/training, and says no repair-related toe link failures have been reported since.
Dec 15, 2025: NHTSA notified Rivian of two recent customer complaints tied to repairs before March 10, 2025.
Dec 26, 2025: Rivian decided on a voluntary safety recall of potentially affected vehicles with subject repairs before March 10, 2025.
FAQ
Q: Is every 2022–2025 Rivian R1S and R1T included? A: Not necessarily. Rivian says the affected population was determined using service records, focusing on vehicles that had service requiring separation/reassembly of the rear toe link joint during the suspect period.
Q: What’s the failure mode? A: Rivian says the joint may not be reassembled to design intent (if serviced under the earlier procedure), and in certain cases vehicle motion may eventually lead to toe link joint separation, increasing crash risk without prior warning.
Q: What is Rivian doing to fix it? A: Rivian will replace potentially affected rear toe link bolts using its updated service procedure.
Q: When can I check my VIN? A: Rivian’s filing lists February 24, 2026 as the date when VINs will be searchable, and when owner notifications are expected to be mailed.
Q: Where do I check for open recalls? A: You can check via Rivian’s recall information page (VIN search) Rivian and NHTSA’s VIN recall lookup tool. NHTSA
EV Outdoors take
This is a classic “service-procedure-driven” recall: the vehicles most at risk are the ones that had a specific rear suspension procedure performed under an older method. The good news is Rivian is addressing it with a bolt replacement using an updated procedure, and the defect rate is estimated at 1% of the potentially involved population.
If you’ve ever had rear suspension/toe link-related work done on your R1S or R1T, check your service invoices to verify what was done and set a reminder for February 24, 2026 to run your VIN through the recall tools and book service immediately if you’re included.
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