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2022 Rivian EDV seatbelts problems
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Owners of the 2022 Rivian EDV have filed 5 NHTSA complaints about the seatbelts at roughly $500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.See seatbelts across all vehicles →
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 EDV vehicles
A damaged seat belt pretensioner cable may not restrain the occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update. In addition Rivian will inspect and replace the driver's seat belt pretensioner assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1770.
What owners are reporting
5 most recent
seatbelts
· filed 10/16/2025
seat belt anchor failure
seatbelts
· filed 10/06/2025
Same problem as many of our Rivian vans, the seat belt is coming loose at the anchor point causing a major safety concern.
seatbelts
· filed 10/06/2025
Same as several of our Rivian vehicles, the seat belt anchor is failing causing a major safety concern.
seatbelts
· filed 08/07/2025
The seat belt anchor for the lap belt has separated from the anchor point. It appears the cable is pulling apart as can be seen in photos I will be attaching. This is a huge safety concern however Rivian is telling us this is from a driver sitting on the seat belt. I am denying this accusation because we have cab facing cameras that detect this kind of behavior.
seatbelts
· filed 07/15/2025
During normal operation of the this vehicle, the seatbelt pretensioner cable snapped when the driver attempted to buckle the seatbelt. This is where the lap belt portion is attached to the seat. The cable is frayed and breaks. This same defect has occurred on 5 of our 34 vehicles of the same make and model in the last 12 months. The manufacturer has replaced the first four failures and…
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Common questions
How serious is the seatbelts problem on the 2022 Rivian EDV?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the seatbelts typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $500 for seatbelts repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to seatbelts?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover seatbelts issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Rivian/EDV.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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