NHTSA recall 25V-085 (25V085000)
exterior lighting recall reported February 13, 2025 - about 17,260 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V085000
- Also written as
- 25V-085
- Manufacturer number
- FSAM-1612
- Reported
- February 13, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~17,260
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. The headlight low beams may fail to illuminate when starting the vehicle in cold weather. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Why it is dangerous
Headlight failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Rivian will replace the headlight control modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1612.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-085 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.