NHTSA recall 26V-009 (26V009000)
seat belts recall reported January 15, 2026 - about 869 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V009000
- Also written as
- 26V-009
- Manufacturer number
- FSAM-1795
- Reported
- January 15, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~869
- Component
- seat belts
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-009 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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.