Rivian is recalling nearly 28,000 vehicles in the United States due to a manufacturing defect affecting the front turn signals on its 2025 R1T and R1S electric vehicles. The issue, which may cause one or both front indicators to fail to illuminate or flash properly, is a violation of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and could pose a risk on the road.
A BMW Joke, But With Real Consequences
The glitch is attracting humorous comparisons to BMW drivers, who are often stereotyped for not using their turn signals. But for Rivian owners, the problem is all too real. The affected turn signals, sourced from Myotek in Farmington Hills, Michigan, may have been improperly manufactured, resulting in potential internal failure.
When the fault occurs, Rivian says the vehicle will notify the driver through a warning message on the instrument cluster. Additionally, the remaining functional turn signals will start flashing at double speed, and the audible tick-tock sound will also accelerate — both are built-in alerts to signal malfunction.
Affected Models and Production Window
The recall affects 27,882 vehicles, including:
- R1S SUVs produced between April 29, 2024, and May 13, 2025
- R1T pickup trucks produced between July 10, 2024, and May 13, 2025
Rivian has confirmed it stopped using the faulty turn signals as of May 13, 2025.
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No Accidents Reported — Yet
Rivian initiated an investigation into the issue back in February 2025. While no accidents or injuries have been linked to the problem so far, the company decided to take proactive safety measures by issuing the recall in early June.
Owners of affected vehicles will be notified beginning July 25, and Rivian dealers will inspect the turn signals and replace them if needed — free of charge.
Not a Major Safety Risk, But Still Annoying
Although this issue isn’t considered a high-severity safety concern, it could lead to confusion on the road for other drivers and result in potential traffic violations if left unaddressed. Faulty indicators are especially problematic in dense traffic environments and during lane changes or turns, where proper signaling is critical.
The recall highlights the growing pains of even advanced EV startups like Rivian, where supplier quality control plays a major role in vehicle reliability. The good news? Rivian’s swift action shows a commitment to safety and compliance.
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