Rivian Automotive is recalling 23 of its 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles due to a manufacturing defect involving an improperly tightened ground connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Box. This electrical issue can cause the vehicle to suddenly lose drive power while in motion. To address this, Rivian will inspect and repair the ground strap joint or replace the high voltage battery pack if necessary, entirely free of charge.
A sudden loss of drive power while driving can prevent the vehicle from accelerating or maintaining speed, which significantly increases the risk of a crash.
You have 2 options:
Inspection and repair of the HVDB ground strap joint.
Replacement of the high voltage battery pack if necessary.
Affected units have an improperly grounded connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Box (HVDB).
Affected units have an improperly grounded connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Box (HVDB).
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response