Rivian Software Update 2026.23
Smarter Moves
1 version in this release. First released Aug 6, 2026.
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Versions
Rollout progress
- Flagged
- 6,014
- vehicles
- Installed
- 5,965
- vehicles
Daily flagged
Peak +1,470 flagged on Aug 7
R1
| Period | Flagged | R1 Connect+ | R1 Non-Connect+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 6 | 913.0 | 899.0 | 14.0 |
| August 7 | 1470.0 | 1448.0 | 22.0 |
| August 8 | 96.0 | 90.0 | 6.0 |
| August 9 | 15.0 | 15.0 | 0.0 |
| August 10 | 906.0 | 881.0 | 25.0 |
| August 11 | 1224.0 | 1197.0 | 27.0 |
| August 12 | 568.0 | 553.0 | 15.0 |
| August 13 | 58.0 | 57.0 | 1.0 |
| August 14 | 26.0 | 25.0 | 1.0 |
| August 15 | 17.0 | 14.0 | 3.0 |
| August 16 | 8.0 | 7.0 | 1.0 |
| August 17 | 315.0 | 38.0 | 277.0 |
| August 18 | 138.0 | 18.0 | 120.0 |
| August 19 | 12.0 | 3.0 | 9.0 |
- First flagged
- Latest activity
- Vehicles counted
- R1
This update has been superseded. A newer version has taken over. These figures show the earlier rollout. How updates work
Counts reflect linked Roamer vehicles. Flagged means offered the update.
The chart uses each vehicle's first recorded offer. Connect+ reflects current subscription status. Chart counts use recorded observations. Totals also include vehicles found with the update already offered or installed.
Release Notes
Lane Change on Command Expansion
R1 Gen 2
Lane Change on Command is now available on more roads, not just freeways. While Universal Hands-Free is engaged, check that the lane is clear, activate the turn signal, and let your vehicle handle the rest.
Autonomy View Enhancements
R1 Gen 2
Traffic lights and traffic cones are now shown in the Autonomy view on the driver display, so you have a more complete visualization of traffic conditions.
Search for Charging Stations
R1
We made it more convenient to look up charging stations based on the name of a place you’re searching near, and we improved the search function when you look for chargers along a route. For example, “What charging options are near Yellowstone?” or “Can you show me chargers near Denver?”
Personalization with Memory
R1
Use the Memory feature of Rivian Assistant to personalize responses based on preferences and past context from prior conversations with you. Memory is off by default. To turn it on, go to Settings > Apps > Rivian Assistant on the center display, or use the Rivian mobile app and go to Account > Rivian Intelligence.
NOTE
Stored details are saved per driver profile. To delete stored details, open the Rivian mobile app and go to Account > Rivian Intelligence.
Draft Service Request
R1
Rivian Assistant can now draft service requests for you. Describe the issue and Rivian Assistant begins a draft. You can then review, edit, and submit the request in the Rivian Mobile app.
Additional Improvements
R1 · Varies by vehicle
- R1: Improved parked-vehicle monitoring, so the Gear Guard system better detects if your parked vehicle is bumped or hit.
- R1: Improved ride height leveling performance during city driving and on slopes or uneven surfaces.
- R1: Charging
- Added more fast-charging stations to maps and routes for your convenience.
- Increased initialization robustness when the vehicle starts a charging session.
- R1 Gen 2: Fixed an issue that prevented passive unlocking or passive start from a shared digital key. If this issue is present, remove the key from your driver profile and add it again.
- R1 Gen 2: Apple Music
- Improved automatic streaming quality adjustment for a better user experience.
- Added a new setting that enables higher-quality stereo tracks to play while on cellular.
- Made improvements to enable quicker library updates when you make changes outside of the vehicle.
- Fixed a rare issue that prevented songs from playing.
- Fixed a rare issue that caused two media sources to play at the same time.
- Fixed a rare issue that prevented successful logins.
- Fixed a rare issue that prevented certain content from displaying on the Home tab.
- R1 Gen 2: Fixed an issue that dropped the center audio channel if you adjusted the accent lighting theme and heard its audio while also listening to Dolby Atmos music.
- R1 Gen 2: Infotainment
- Fixed a rare issue that caused the driver display to reboot when a phone call switched to in-vehicle Bluetooth audio.
- Fixed a rare issue that caused the Drive Modes app to lag and show an incorrect drive mode scene after a software update or reset.
- R1 Gen 2: Improved post vehicle crash power management.
Connectivity
R1 · Varies by vehicle
- R1: Improved signal strength accuracy for cellular connectivity.
- R1: Fixed an issue that prevented vehicles from connecting to some Wi-Fi networks.
- R1 Gen 1: Apple Music
- Improved automatic streaming quality adjustment for a better user experience.
- Added a new setting that enables higher-quality stereo tracks to play while on cellular.
- Made improvements to enable quicker library updates when you make changes outside of the vehicle.
- Fixed a rare issue that prevented songs from playing.
- Fixed a rare issue that caused two media sources to play at the same time.
- Fixed a rare issue that prevented successful logins.
- Fixed a rare issue that prevented certain content from displaying on the Home tab.
- R1 Gen 1: Fixed an issue that dropped the center audio channel if you adjusted the accent lighting theme and heard its audio while also listening to Dolby Atmos music.
- R1 Gen 1: Infotainment
- Fixed a rare issue that caused the driver display to reboot when a phone call switched to in-vehicle Bluetooth ® audio.
- Fixed a rare issue that caused the Drive Modes app to lag and show an incorrect drive mode scene after a software update or reset.