# Rivian Automotive, LLC: Improperly Secured Seat Belt Retractor Assemblies (26V009000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 35/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Rivian Automotive, LLC |
| Subject | Improperly Secured Seat Belt Retractor Assemblies |
| NHTSA ID | 26V009000 |
| Manufacturer campaign | FSAM-1795 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Units potentially affected | 869 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and 2022-2026 R1S vehicles. The bolts that secure the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies may be improperly tightened. |
| Consequence | An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. |
| Remedy | Rivian will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1795. |

## Why this score
- Safety-critical component (seat belts).
- 869 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V009000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:10.172Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.