Rivian Software Updates

Rivian update 2025.06

Active Rollout

Highway Assist & Wheel Swap

- Released on March 11, 2025

91%

Eligible 887

85%

Installed 833

99%

Connect+ Eligible

7%

Non-Connect+ Eligible

Update Highlights

✨ Major Features

Enhanced Highway Assist allows hands-free driving with Driver Attention Detection [Gen 2]
New Go Chime feature alerts you when vehicle ahead drives away [Gen 2]
Wheel and Tire Swap feature allows saving up to six configurations with accurate range estimates
New Rally drive mode added for Performance Dual-Motor vehicles
Performance Upgrade now available for purchase on eligible Dual-Motor vehicles, adding Sport, Soft Sand, and Rally modes
Auto-Tilting Side Mirrors in Reverse feature added (disabled by default)

📱 Mobile App Enhancements (v2.20.0+)

Remote charge port door control without unlocking vehicle
Real-time destination and ETA updates while navigating
View current wheel and tire configuration in Vehicle Health section

🔊 Sound System Improvements [Gen 2]

Improved spatial imaging (sound source reproduction)
Enhanced low-frequency (bass) response
Better sound balance between front and rear cabin

🚘 Driver Assistance & Display

Enhanced Highway Assist with Driver Attention Detection enabled by default [Gen 2]
Added small SUV visualizations to enhance surrounding vehicle display [Gen 2]
Fixed occasional issue limiting Highway Assist availability in valid lanes [Gen 2]
Added cold weather range impact notifications
Added real-time tire pressure notifications
Fixed Efficiency graph stuttering during notifications
Fixed camera view blocking "Take control" notifications
Fixed sizing issues with panels on left side of driver display
Fixed overlapping phone and media panels issue

🔋 Charging & Efficiency

Faster charging status updates on driver display [Gen 2]
Fixed rare system fault during DC fast charging [Gen 2]
Improved vehicle battery efficiency while parked
Fixed rare battery preconditioning issue for Climate Schedule [Gen 2]

📷 Camera Improvements [Gen 2]

Fixed front camera display issue at low speeds near objects
Fixed rare issue with unavailable surround cameras after sleep

🔌 Connectivity & Access

Enhanced Wi-Fi roaming performance between networks
Fixed issue causing vehicle to connect to its own Wi-Fi hotspot
Fixed incorrect maximum hotspot connections display
Improved proximity unlocking responsiveness with phone key
Fixed issue preventing phone key setup [Gen 2]
Fixed issue with locked rear display unlocking after sleep [Gen 2]

🎵 Media & Infotainment

Fixed Apple Music playback issues for certain accounts
Fixed volume level increase after vehicle wakes from sleep
Improved overall infotainment system stability

❄️ Climate Control

Fixed issue incorrectly indicating defrost is faulty [Gen 2]
Improved Roomy entry/exit behavior after vehicle wakes from sleep

Rivian update 2024.51

Deployment Complete

Rise & Shine

First seen on January 16, 2025 - Released on January 23, 2025

Update Highlights

✨ Major Features

Smart Turn Signal automatically turns off after manual lane changes on highways [Gen 2 only]
Vehicle displays now show instructions to disable alarm when triggered
Navigation favorites (work, saved locations, recent destinations) now sync with driver profiles and mobile app

🔋 Power & Efficiency

Improved charging efficiency for Dual-Motor Large and Max pack batteries [Gen 2]
Better drive efficiency in mild to cold conditions [Gen 2]
Enhanced "Ready" state efficiency with no driver present
Vehicle now sleeps after 60 seconds if charger is improperly plugged in
Vehicle can now sleep even with driver seatbelt buckled

❄️ Cold Weather

Front fascia heating added for sensor performance in cold conditions [Gen 2]
Extended defrost time during pre-conditioning via mobile app [Gen 2]

🚘 Driver Assistance

Fixed rare Adaptive High Beams failure issue [Gen 2]
Resolved driver assistance features unavailability after wake cycles [Gen 2]
Fixed redundant "Surround Sensor Unavailable" notifications [Gen 2]

🎵 Apple Music & Audio

Fixed volume fluctuation between Dolby Atmos and stereo tracks
Resolved playback issues preventing songs from playing
Fixed "See All" button for Live Radio entries
Added day/night modes for settings and sign-in pages

📱 Mobile & Connectivity

Third-row seat heating can now be added to climate schedules [Gen 2]
Fixed rare issue blocking remote commands (requires phone key re-pairing)
Improved drivability and control in Reverse

🐞 Bug Fixes

Fixed issue with Dual-Motor vehicles getting stuck in non-existent Conserve mode
Resolved passenger window false obstruction detection [Gen 2]
Fixed infotainment reboot during Google Cast streaming [Gen 2]
Fixed rear display touch response issues [Gen 2]
Enhanced overall infotainment system stability

Rivian update 2024.47

Deployment Complete

Holiday Casting

First seen on December 13, 2024 - Released on December 18, 2024

Update Highlights

🎁 Holiday Cheer

Jingle sound and twinkling front and rear lights ([Gen 1] green, [Gen 2] red & green) when locking your vehicle
A merry snowman ☃️ and festive pine trees 🌲 can be seen in snow mode

📺 Casting & Media
You can now view Google Cast and YouTube content via the new Video app built into the center screen. Available to everyone as a preview.

🌡️ Climate & HVAC

Smart seat climate icons automatically switch between Heat and Ventilate based on outside temperature

🤖 Driver Assistance

New chevron icons show curve slowdowns during ACC/Highway Assist
Improved 360° visualizations for parked and stopped vehicles

2️⃣ Gen 2 Updates

Support for adding key fob via app 2.16+
Better DC fast charging for Large/Max pack batteries
Improved acceleration response in All-Purpose for Tri Motor
Improved cabin heating performance

🐞 Bug Fixes & Improvements

Improved ride height adjustments on uneven terrain
Resolved charging interruption problems
Gear Guard will use HV battery instead of 12V to improve 12V battery health
Turn signals now take priority over hazard lights

Rivian update 2024.43

Deployment Complete

Audio Profile Linking

First seen on November 11, 2024 - Released on November 22, 2024

Update Highlights

New Audio Features

New lock sounds: Choose between bluebird chirp or owl hoot
Day/Night setting automatically switches between sounds
Fixed Apple Music audio playback issue

Driver Profile Improvements

Media streaming accounts now link to driver profiles
Automatically loads personal media, climate, and driver assistance settings
Saves vent positions, presets, and auto mode status

Navigation & AI

Added Google Gemini AI summaries for places (Connect+ feature)
Fixed garage door opener display issues

Climate Control Updates

Temperature controls convert to fan speed controls when AC is off
Improved airflow visualization with color-coded temperature indicators
Enhanced fan speed control consistency

Gear Guard Improvements

Better notifications for hard drive storage
Fixed streaming issues

Other Fixes

Resolved TPMS display inconsistencies
Smoother transitions for driver display objects
General infotainment stability improvements
Better auxiliary air compressor behavior

Rivian update 2024.39

Deployment Complete

Halloween Mode

Update Highlights

1. Halloween Special Features 🎃
- Choose from 3 car costumes: K.I.T.T. (Knight Rider), DeLorean time machine, or haunted house

- Includes spooky accent lighting and eerie lock sounds
- Features 3D surprises

2. Driver Display Improvements

- New navigation maneuver panel
- Improved notifications layout and animations
- New phone and media panel in the carousel
- Enhanced energy graph and TPMS panels

3. Audio Upgrades
- - TIDAL now supports Dolby Atmos
- - Fixed various audio issues across platforms
- - Improved Spotify and Apple Music integration
- - Better bass response (Gen 2 only)
  
  4. Smarter Vehicle Sleep
  - - Vehicle now sleeps within 5 seconds after exit
  - - Works even with fastened unoccupied seatbelts
  - - 1-minute wake window by tapping displays
    
    5. Automatic Front Camera in Park Assist
    - - Front camera automatically appears during Park Assist
    - - Helps navigate tight spaces more confidently
    - - Can be disabled in Settings
      
      Gen 2 Exclusive Features
      - - Improved Model Predictive Controller (MPC) for smoother Highway Assist steering
      - - Enhanced vehicle detection and visualization
      - - Updated Large+ battery pack charging recommendations (85% or 100%)
      - - Better bass response in audio system
      - - Additional vehicle access safety features (speed-dependent door controls)