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2022 – 2024 · 1 body style available

1st Gen

The first electric pickup delivered in the US. Capable and quick, with startup first-run build quirks and a thin service network.

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Rivian R1T (Gen 1) Buyer's Guide

The first-generation Rivian R1T (2022-2024) was Rivian's first production vehicle and the first electric pickup delivered in the United States. Every gen-1 R1T is all-wheel drive with a motor on each axle or each wheel, air suspension with adjustable ride

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2025 – present · 1 body style available

2nd Gen

A ground-up electronics rebuild for 2025. Looks near-identical to gen 1, but almost nothing underneath is shared.

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Rivian R1T (Gen 2) Buyer's Guide

The second-generation R1T arrived for 2025 and is far more than a facelift. Rivian rebuilt the truck's electronics from scratch: the network went from roughly 17 control units to about 7 in a zonal architecture, around 1.6 miles of wiring came out, and the

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Four severity levels

CriticalDeal-breakers
MajorCostly soon
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What generations of the Rivian R1T are there?

1st Gen (2022 to 2024); 2nd Gen (2025 to present).

What are the common problems with the Rivian R1T?

Documented problems include Front Upper Control Arm Fastener (Recall), Powered Tonneau Cover Failure, 12V Battery Drain and Failure to Wake. Which ones apply depends on the generation, so open the year you are considering for its recalls, complaints and a full breakdown.

Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a used Rivian R1T?

Yes. A Squeezed guide is the triage before the inspection: it shows what to check and what to ask the seller, so you know which listings are worth a mechanic's time.