Is the 2025 Rivian R1S reliable?

The 2025 Rivian R1S has 85 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: OTHER problems.

What are common problems with the 2025 Rivian R1S?

Top problems: OTHER (13 complaints, avg repair $500); DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (12 complaints, avg repair $500); SPEED CONTROL (11 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2025 Rivian R1S?

Yes, there are 9 recall(s): VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE, SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS. Contact any Rivian dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to charge a 2025 Rivian R1S?

The 2025 Rivian R1S has an EPA rating of 76 MPGe. At the current US average residential electricity rate, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1011. State rates vary significantly — see the interactive calculator on this page.

Is the 2025 Rivian R1S often stolen?

Theft risk tier for the Rivian R1S: very-low. HLDI insurance loss data suggests lower-than-average theft claims for this model.

How much does it cost to insure a 2025 Rivian R1S?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2025 Rivian R1S is approximately $1,931/year (ev-mainstream class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Does the 2025 Rivian R1S qualify for tax credits?

The federal EV tax credit (Section 30D) expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. If purchased before that date, the 2025 Rivian R1S may still qualify on the 2025 tax return. State-level incentives remain active in 13+ states — see the incentives section on this page for details.

2025 Rivian R1S

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2025 Rivian R1S has 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 85. The most common issue is other problems (15% of all complaints), specifically: the heat pump compressor had a loud noise for days, similar to a jet engine. on december 13, 2024, while the vehicle was being driven in freezing temperatures, the heat pump compressor made different noise that sounded that internal pieces were being broken. after that, the dashboard showed the foll. There are 9 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 3 fire reports filed.

3 fire reports 8 crash reports 3 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

OTHER

13 complaints

15%

• The heat pump compressor had a loud noise for days, similar to a jet engine. On December 13, 2024, while the vehicle was being driven in freezing temperatures, the heat pump compressor made different noise that sounded that internal pieces were being broken. After that, the dashboard showed the foll
• When the Pet Comfort is used in sub freezing temperatures, the HVAC system does not respect the set temperature and the vehicle keeps heating the inside nonstop. On this particular incident, the Pet Comfort feature was set to 68º F however, I received an alert that the inside of the cabin was above
• I have owned cars for more than three decades and never had a windshield crack. In the first three months of owning a Rivian R1 S I had two windshield cracks from a simple pebble on the highway. Multiple owners are describing the same issues, but Rivian refuses to acknowledge that there is a problem

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports💥 1 crashes

“The heat pump compressor had a loud noise for days, similar to a jet engine. On December 13, 2024, while the vehicle was being driven in freezing temperatures, the heat pump compressor made different noise that sounded that internal pieces were being broken. After that, the dashboard showed the foll”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (9)

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL13/09/2024

Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S vehicles. The steering column control module (SCCM) may be missing cruise control markings. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

Risk: The driver may not know how to activate or deactivate the cruise control without the proper markings, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Rivian will inspect and replace the SCCMs as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1532.

Very low theft risk

Low theft rates typically correlate with lower comprehensive-coverage insurance premiums.

Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.

Charging Cost Calculator for 2025 Rivian R1S

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local electricity price)

Per year

$1,002

Per month

$83

Per mile

8.3¢

kWh/mi

0.44

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2025 Rivian R1S

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,931

Full coverage / month

$161

Liability only / year

$679

vs US avg

+15%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (ev-mainstream)1.18x

× theft risk0.85x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.15x

= Full coverage estimate$1931

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Rivian New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

8 yr / 175K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 175K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

8 yr / 100K mi

Roadside assistance

8 yr / 100K mi

Powertrain + battery 8yr/175K is among the longest EV coverage

EV Incentives for 2025 Rivian R1S

Updated 2026-07

Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30

Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.

Historic eligibility: 2025 Rivian R1S vehicles purchased on or before September 30, 2025 may still qualify for the federal credit on the 2025 tax return. Check with a tax professional for your specific vehicle's eligibility.

State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)

CaliforniaUp to $12,000

Clean Cars 4 All

ColoradoUp to $5,000

Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit

ConnecticutUp to $4,250

CHEAPR (Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate)

DelawareUp to $2,500

Clean Vehicle Rebate

IllinoisUp to $4,000

Illinois EV Rebate Program

MarylandUp to $3,000

Excise Tax Credit for Plug-in Electric Vehicles

MassachusettsUp to $3,500

MOR-EV

New JerseyUp to $4,000

Charge Up New Jersey

New YorkUp to $2,000

Drive Clean Rebate

OregonUp to $7,500

Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate

PennsylvaniaUp to $3,000

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

Rhode IslandUp to $2,500

DRIVEEV

TexasUp to $2,500

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive

VermontUp to $5,000

Incentive Program for New Electric Vehicles

See full state-by-state EV incentive details

Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.

Estimated Repair Costs

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

LIGHTING(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 85 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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OTHER: The heat pump compressor had a loud noise for days, similar to a jet engine. On December 13, 2024, while the vehicle was being driven in freezing temperatures, the heat pump compressor made different noise that sounded that internal pieces were being broken. After that, the dashboard showed the foll
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: On the way home from picking up the vehicle, the adaptive cruise control and the late keep assist functionality failed. The service center determined that one of the front radars needed to be replaced.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SPEED CONTROL: On the way home from picking up the vehicle, the adaptive cruise control and the late keep assist functionality failed. The service center determined that one of the front radars needed to be replaced.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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LIGHTING: Driver side high beam lights are out or malfunction. No warning on dashboard except for "Adaptive High Beam not working." When the high beam assistance is set to Off, and I turn on the high beam manually, there are no warnings about the high beam malfunction whatsoever.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 9 recalls have been completed — free at any Rivian dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)