Rivian is adding another recall to the R2’s short history after identifying a small number of vehicles that could lose drive power. The issue increases the risk of a crash and follows a separate recall issued in September.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s recall notice says a high-voltage battery fastener may not have been tightened correctly. As a result, the automaker’s newest EV could lose power without warning.
The recall covers 14 R2s, all of which are believed to contain the defect. Rivian first detected the issue in September after an employee found an under-torqued high-voltage fastener. An ensuing investigation identified R2s built from September 17 through September 24 that may have loose fasteners.
The Safety Recall Report provides few details, but the issue appears to have originated at an automated station. Rivian has since “reprogrammed” the station to reject fasteners that are not torqued properly.
Rivian has not received reports of customer complaints, accidents, or injuries connected to the issue. Dealers will inspect and repair the connection, replacing any damaged components if necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in late November.
Elsewhere, Rivian released its production and delivery figures for the third quarter. The company built 19,751 vehicles at its plant in Normal, Illinois, and delivered 19,248 vehicles to customers.
Rivian said both figures were “in line” with its projected outlook and reaffirmed its target of delivering 65,000 to 70,000 vehicles this year. A clearer view will come when the automaker reports its third-quarter results on October 29.
Rivian is recalling 14 R2 electric vehicles built between September 17 and September 24 after discovering their high-voltage battery fasteners may be under-torqued. The issue could result in an unexpected loss of drive power, although no reports of crashes, injuries, or customer complaints have been recorded. Service centers will inspect and repair affected vehicles, while Rivian also reported third-quarter production and delivery figures in line with its outlook.
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