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Rivian under investigation over rear suspension failures on R1 models

At least two owners have lost control of their vehicles after a critical suspension component broke. In both cases, the vehicles had been previously serviced.

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Rivian is facing an investigation into rear suspension failures on its R1 models. The investigation stems from reports of critical rear suspension component failures, which have resulted in at least two owners losing control of their vehicles. These incidents occurred in vehicles that had undergone previous servicing, suggesting that the issue may not be related to maintenance but rather a potential design or manufacturing flaw.

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