Rivian R1S Lemon Law in California: Owner Rights

If your Rivian R1S keeps going back to service for the same unresolved problem, California's Lemon Law may entitle you to a buyback, a replacement, or a cash settlement. The Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act covers electric SUVs the same as gas vehicles: when Rivian can't fix a substantial, warranty-covered defect after a reasonable number of attempts, you have rights — and Rivian pays your attorney fees on a successful claim, so it costs you nothing out of pocket.

Common R1S problems owners report

• Software and center-screen glitches, freezes, and reboots — including issues after over-the-air updates.
• Charging and battery faults, failed charging sessions, or unexpected range loss.
• Drivetrain and electric-motor problems and reduced-power events.
• Air suspension, steering, and components addressed in Rivian recalls.
• Water intrusion, wind noise, panel gaps, and other build-quality defects.

What you may be entitled to

If your R1S qualifies, you may receive a buyback (a refund of what you've paid, minus a mileage offset), a replacement vehicle, or a cash-and-keep settlement. Because the R1S is a high-value vehicle, these claims can be significant. Keep every repair order, recall notice, and app message — that documentation is what proves a lemon law claim.

If your Rivian R1S has a defect that won't stay fixed, a free case review will tell you whether it qualifies and what your claim could be worth.