Rivian R1T Lemon Law in California: Truck Owner Rights

If your Rivian R1T keeps returning to service for the same 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 trucks like any other vehicle: when Rivian can't repair a substantial, warranty-covered defect after a reasonable number of attempts, you have rights — and Rivian pays your attorney fees on a successful claim.

Common R1T problems owners report

• Software and touchscreen glitches, freezes, and reboots, including issues after over-the-air updates.
• Charging and battery faults, failed charging, or unexpected range loss.
• Drivetrain, electric-motor, and reduced-power problems.
• Suspension, steering, and components addressed in Rivian recalls.
• Water intrusion, tonneau cover, and build-quality defects.

Using your R1T for work?

California's Lemon Law also covers business and commercial vehicles when the business has five or fewer vehicles registered in California and the truck is under 10,000 lbs — which includes the R1T. If a truck your business relies on keeps breaking down, it may qualify.

What you may be entitled to

If your R1T 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. Save every repair order and recall notice — documentation is what makes a claim succeed. A free case review will tell you whether your R1T qualifies and what your claim could be worth.